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Marwan Rakhiki (1-0 UFC) will face Oliver Schmid (4-2, UFC debut) at UFC Perth this coming weekend in a featherweight bout. Schmid from New Zealand is stepping in on short notice to replace the withdrawn Jack Jenkins. Rakhiki will be making his second UFC appearance after winning his promotional debut, while Schmid arrives with a 4-2 record from regional competition. The matchup represents an opportunity for both fighters to establish themselves in the UFC's featherweight division. The bout was reported by Australian MMA sources as part of the final card additions for the event.
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