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Manuel Torres prepares to headline UFC Baku against Rafael Fiziev

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 11:35 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Manuel Torres prepares to headline UFC Baku against Rafael Fiziev

Summary

No. 15-ranked UFC Lightweight Manuel Torres will face No. 11 Rafael Fiziev in the main event at UFC Baku on June 27, 2026, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Torres aims to establish himself as a top contender in the division, citing a desire to emulate Mike Tyson and be feared in the octagon. Throughout his career, he has achieved quick finishes, with all but one of his 20 professional fights ending in the first round. A decisive victory over Fiziev could position Torres closer to a title shot.

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By the Numbers

•UFC Baku takes place on June 27, 2026.
•Manuel Torres aims for a title shot with a win.
•Torres has finished most fights in the first round.
•Fiziev is seeking to rebound in front of the Baku crowd.
•Both fighters are ranked in the UFC Lightweight division.

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11:35 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Baku’s Manuel Torres wants ‘to be feared’ like Mike Tyson – ‘That’s how you become the best’

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“Loco” wants to be like “Iron Mike.” No. 15-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Lightweight Manuel Torres headlines his first UFC event this weekend when he takes on No. 11-seeded Rafael Fiziev in the main event of UFC Baku, which goes down Sat., June 27, 2026, inside Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. For Torres, the […]
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