In this Fight Roundup, we have the latest reported matchups to keep you informed about the upcoming fights in the world of UFC and Bellator.
UFC Paris, scheduled for September 2, will feature Volkan Oezdemir (18-7), a former UFC title challenger, taking on the undefeated Azamat Murzakanov (13-0). Oezdemir aims to bounce back from mixed results since his unsuccessful title fight against Daniel Cormier in 2018. Murzakanov, a Dana White Contender Series signing, has made an impressive start in the UFC with wins over Dustin Jacoby, Devin Clark, and Tafon Nchukwi.
Kevin Lee, a one-time interim UFC title challenger, returns to the Octagon on July 1 at UFC Vegas 76 to face Rinat Fakhretdinov (20-1) in a welterweight bout. Lee was released from the promotion in November 2021 but looks to regain his form after a series of losses. Fakhretdinov has won 19 consecutive fights since his second professional bout, with two victories in the UFC.
Terrance McKinney (13-5) will face Nazim Sadykhov (8-1) in a lightweight bout at UFC Vegas 77 on July 15. McKinney hopes to rebound after a loss to Ismael Bonfim in his last outing. Sadykhov, a 2022 Contender Series signee, made a successful UFC debut in February.
Josh Fremd (10-4) is set to fight Jamie Pickett (13-9) in a middleweight clash at UFC Vegas 77 on August 12. Fremd recently earned his first UFC victory, while Pickett aims to end a three-fight losing streak.
Loopy Godinez (10-3) will take on Sam Hughes (8-5) in a strawweight bout at a UFC Fight Night event on September 16. Godinez has been active in the UFC, fighting eight times in just over two years, while Hughes has won three of her last four fights.
Cody Durden (15-4-1) and Bruno Silva (13-5-2) will face off in a flyweight showdown at a UFC APEX event on September 23. Both fighters carry three-fight win streaks into this bout.
In the world of Bellator, Danny Sabatello (14-2) will fight Magomed Magomedov (19-3) in a bantamweight clash, and Lorenz Larkin (25-7, 2 NC) will take on Andrey Koreshkov (26-4) in a welterweight bout at Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 on July 29 in Japan.
At Bellator 298 on August 11, former interim heavyweight champion Valentin Moldavsky (11-3, 1 NC) will rematch Steve Mowry (10-0-1, 1 NC) in the co-main event. Other confirmed bouts for the event include Dalton Rosta (8-0) vs. Aaron Jeffery (13-4), Sidney Outlaw (16-5) vs. Islam Mamedov (22-2-1), and Lucas Brennan (8-0) vs. Weber Almeida (7-1).
Stay tuned for these exciting matchups in the world of mixed martial arts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Mixed martial arts fights
Q: When and where is the UFC Paris event taking place?
A: The UFC Paris event is scheduled to take place on September 2 at a venue yet to be announced.
Q: Who is Volkan Oezdemir facing in the UFC Paris event?
A: Volkan Oezdemir will be facing Azamat Murzakanov in the UFC Paris event.
Q: What is Kevin Lee’s next fight after parting ways with the UFC?
A: Kevin Lee’s next fight is set to take place on July 1 at UFC Vegas 76, where he will be facing Rinat Fakhredtinov.
Q: How many wins does Azamat Murzakanov have in the UFC?
A: Azamat Murzakanov is currently undefeated in the UFC with a record of 3-0.
Q: Who is Jamie Pickett’s opponent in the upcoming UFC Vegas 77 event?
A: Jamie Pickett is set to fight Josh Fremd in a middleweight bout at UFC Vegas 77 on August 12.
Q: How many fights has Loopy Godinez had since her UFC debut?
A: Loopy Godinez has fought eight times in the UFC since her debut in 2021.
Q: What is the date and location of Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 event?
A: Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 is scheduled to take place on July 29 at Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.
Q: Who is Valentin Moldavsky’s opponent in the co-main event of Bellator 298?
A: Valentin Moldavsky will be rematching Steve Mowry in the co-main event of Bellator 298 on August 11.
More about Mixed martial arts fights
- UFC Paris announcement
- Kevin Lee’s UFC Vegas 76 fight announcement
- UFC Vegas 77 fight card
- Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 event details
- Bellator 298 fight card
- Azamat Murzakanov’s UFC record
- Jamie Pickett’s UFC record
- Loopy Godinez’s UFC record
- Valentin Moldavsky’s Bellator record
3 comments
UFC Paris gonna be lit! Oezdemir facing Murzakanov is gonna be a banger! Kevin Lee is back, can’t wait to see him in action at UFC Vegas 76 against Fakhredtinov. McKinney vs Sadykhov at UFC Vegas 77, gonna be a wild fight for sure! And Bellator MMA vs RIZIN 2 with Sabatello vs Magomedov and Larkin vs Koreshkov 2, it’s gonna be a showdown! Exciting times for MMA fans, let’s go!
wow! so much excitment in da upcoming fights! UFC Paris with Oezdemir vs murzakanov gonna b intense. i hope Kevin Lee bounces back strong after parting ways with UFC. cant wait for UFC Vegas 77 with McKinney vs sadykhov, it’s gonna b a war in the octagon. bellator MMA vs RIZIN 2 in japan is gonna b epic, im pumped for Sabatello vs magomedov and larkin vs Koreshkov 2! get ready for some serious action!!
Loving the lineup of upcoming fights! Oezdemir vs Murzakanov at UFC Paris is gonna be a test of skills. Excited to see Kevin Lee back in the UFC at Vegas 76. McKinney vs Sadykhov at UFC Vegas 77 promises some explosive action. And the Bellator MMA vs RIZIN 2 card with Sabatello vs Magomedov and Larkin vs Koreshkov 2 is gonna bring the heat! Can’t wait to witness these battles in the cage!