Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres successfully made the lightweight limit Friday morning to headline the UFC Baku event in Azerbaijan [1], [2].
The successful weigh-in ensures the main event proceeds as scheduled without the complications of a catchweight bout or a cancelled fight. This matchup represents a critical juncture for both fighters as they seek to climb the lightweight rankings.
Official weigh-ins took place at 9 a.m. local time on June 26, 2026 [2]. Both athletes met the required weight specifications for the lightweight division, clearing the final regulatory hurdle before the competition [1], [2].
Fiziev enters the bout as a prominent figure in the division, while Torres looks to secure a high-profile victory on a major international stage. The event marks a significant expansion for the promotion in the region, bringing top-tier mixed martial arts to Baku.
Because both fighters hit the mark, the bout will remain a standard lightweight contest. This removes any uncertainty regarding the physical condition of the athletes or the legitimacy of the contest's weight class [1].
The promotion said that the fighters are ready for the main event following these results [1]. The atmosphere in Baku remains high as fans prepare for the lightweight clash later today [2].
“Both fighters made the lightweight limit, clearing them to compete in the UFC Baku main event”
The successful weight cut for Fiziev and Torres removes the primary risk of a main-event collapse, which often occurs in combat sports due to weight-misses. By securing a full-weight bout in Baku, the UFC maintains the sporting integrity of the lightweight division while successfully executing a high-profile event in a key international market.
