By DOJO News
The UFC Baku weigh-in results are official, and every fighter successfully made weight ahead of Saturday’s 13-fight card at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The lightweight main event is now confirmed after hometown favorite Rafael Fiziev and rising contender Manuel Torres both weighed in at 156 pounds, making their five-round showdown official. The event marks the UFC’s return to Azerbaijan after last year’s successful debut and features several local stars looking to impress in front of their home crowd.
Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres Official
Fiziev enters one of the biggest fights of his career needing a statement victory.
The Azerbaijani fan favorite has dropped four of his last five contests, although those defeats came against elite competition. Fighting at home once again, “Ataman” will look to halt Manuel Torres’ momentum and climb back into lightweight contention.
Torres also hit the championship limit for a non-title lightweight bout, weighing 156 pounds for his first UFC main event.
With both men looking healthy on the scale, the headliner is officially set.
Shara Magomedov and Michel Pereira Ready for Co-Main Event
The co-main event is also official after both middleweights comfortably made weight.
- Shara Magomedov: 186 pounds
- Michel Pereira: 185.5 pounds
The matchup promises fireworks between two of the UFC’s most unpredictable and explosive strikers.
Every UFC Baku Fighter Made Weight
Unlike many recent UFC cards, there were no missed weights.
All 26 athletes successfully hit their contracted limits, meaning every scheduled fight will proceed as planned.
UFC Baku Official Weigh-In Results
Main Card
| Fight | Weights |
|---|---|
| Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres | 156 lbs vs. 156 lbs |
| Shara Magomedov vs. Michel Pereira | 186 lbs vs. 185.5 lbs |
| Nazim Sadykhov vs. Matheus Camilo | 156 lbs vs. 156 lbs |
| Asu Almabayev vs. Charles Johnson | 126 lbs vs. 125.5 lbs |
| Ikram Aliskerov vs. Brunno Ferreira | 186 lbs vs. 185 lbs |
| Abus Magomedov vs. Michal Oleksiejczuk | 185.5 lbs vs. 186 lbs |
Preliminary Card
| Fight | Weights |
|---|---|
| Farman Hasanov vs. Eric Nolan | 170.5 lbs vs. 170.5 lbs |
| Abdul Rakhman Yakhyaev vs. Julius Walker | 206 lbs vs. 206 lbs |
| Nursulton Ruziboev vs. Andrey Pulyaev | 186 lbs vs. 186 lbs |
| Kaan Ofli vs. Javier Reyes | 146 lbs vs. 145.5 lbs |
| Daniil Donchenko vs. Theodor Berggren | 170.5 lbs vs. 171 lbs |
| Bekzat Almakhan vs. Jean Matsumoto | 136 lbs vs. 135.5 lbs |
| Tahir Abdullayev vs. Jefferson Nascimento | 170.5 lbs vs. 171 lbs |
What to Watch at UFC Baku
Saturday’s event features several pivotal matchups beyond the headline bout.
Nazim Sadykhov returns to compete in front of his home fans, while top flyweights Asu Almabayev and Charles Johnson battle for position in the rankings. Middleweight contenders Ikram Aliskerov and Brunno Ferreira also meet in a bout that could move the winner closer to the Top 15.
With every fighter successfully making weight, fans can expect a full 13-fight card without any last-minute changes.
UFC Baku FAQ
Did anyone miss weight at UFC Baku?
No. All 26 fighters successfully made weight, and every scheduled bout remains official.
What did Rafael Fiziev weigh in at?
Rafael Fiziev weighed 156 pounds, matching Manuel Torres for their lightweight main event.
When is UFC Baku?
UFC Baku takes place on Saturday, June 27, at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. The preliminary card begins at 9 a.m. ET, with the main card starting at 12 p.m. ET.
