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Rafael Fiziev secures second-round knockout at UFC Baku against Manuel Torres

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Rafael Fiziev secures second-round knockout at UFC Baku against Manuel Torres
Summary

Rafael Fiziev won a pivotal fight against Manuel Torres at UFC Fight Night 280 in Baku, Azerbaijan, with a second-round knockout. This victory was significant for Fiziev, who had struggled recently with four losses in his past five fights. He demonstrated his skills early by taking Torres to the ground and delivering a powerful spinning wheel kick that led to the finish. Following the match, Fiziev called for a BMF title fight with Charles Oliveira, though other matchups like a rematch with Mateusz Gamrot appear more realistic at this stage.

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  • •Fiziev scored a second-round knockout over Torres at UFC Fight Night 280.
  • •The event took place at National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan.
  • •Fiziev had struggled with four losses in five prior fights.
  • •He called for a BMF title fight with Charles Oliveira post-fight.
  • •A rematch with Mateusz Gamrot may be a more realistic next step.
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