The former 205-pound champion has lost two straight for the first time in his career, and a loss to Rountree could be detrimental. However, if he ever wants to find himself back in the title conversation, a win at UFC Baku is critical, especially because he is still clearly behind Jiri Prochazka (whom he just lost to) and Carlos Ulberg. Musayev faces a brutal test in Myktybek Orolbai, a UFC standout who even shined in his lone loss — a 2024 “Fight of the Year” contender.
Author: Alexander Behunin
Published at: 2025-06-18 22:00:00
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