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The Ultimate Fighter 34 Bantamweight Finale is officially booked, with Mahammadali Osmanli facing Ilimbek Akylbek. The bout will take place at UFC Vegas 121 on September 26, live on Paramount+.
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The Ultimate Fighter 34 Bantamweight Finale has been officially booked, with Mahammadali Osmanli set to face Ilimbek Akylbek at UFC Vegas 121 on September 26, airing live on Paramount+.
The two bantamweights emerged from opposite sides of the TUF 34 bracket, with their finalists meeting determining the season's champion. A TUF Finale carries unique weight in the division — the winner not only claims the trophy but earns a UFC contract and immediate recognition as a prospect to watch at 135 pounds.
Why it matters
- A TUF Finale victory launches the winner directly into the UFC bantamweight roster with momentum behind them.
- Both fighters will have competed and been evaluated across an entire season, meaning the UFC matchmakers and fans have a detailed read on their styles heading into fight night.
- The bantamweight division remains one of the most competitive in the organization, giving the winner a meaningful platform to build from.
- The September 26 card on Paramount+ gives the bout national visibility, raising the stakes beyond a standard developmental showcase.
