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Rafael dos Anjos Returns to UFC Action in a Crucial Lightweight Clash

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MMA fans are in for a treat when the rising star of the UFC’s lightweight division will take on a true veteran of the sport. The number 11 ranked lightweight, Rafael Fiziev, will face former UFC lightweight champion, Rafael dos Anjos. Both men will headline UFC Fight Night 201 to be held at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas.

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The bout will have huge implications for both fighters and is guaranteed to be a banger.

Dos Anjos, who is currently ranked number 6 in the division, hasn’t fought since UFC Fight Night 182. He returned to the lightweight division, took on Paul Felder in the main event, and won via split decision.

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Rafael Fiziev, on the other hand, has become one of UFC’s brightest up-and-coming stars. He made his debut in the promotion in 2019. After losing in that fight, he has not looked back and is currently on a five-fight win streak. ‘Ataman’ (11-1) is coming off an impressive spinning wheel kick knockout win over Brad Riddell in his last outing in December 2021.

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Rafael Fiziev vs. Rafael dos Anjos will have huge implications

Despite being out of action for more than a year, dos Anjos is still one of the top dogs in the UFC’s lightweight division. After his fight with Islam Makhachev at UFC 267 fell off, the #6 ranked contender would be hoping to put on an impressive performance against Rafael Fiziev and get back in the title picture.

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As far as Fiziev is concerned, he has everything to gain from a win against a former champion. If ‘Ataman’ is able to pull off a win, he will break into the top 10 and displace the Brazilian.

Fans will definitely tune in to see the fight between the new star and the old guard of the UFC. Who do you think will come out on top? Rafael or Rafael? Let us know in the comments section below!

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Arunaditya Aima is an editor at EssentiallySports, where he works to bring clarity and depth to sports storytelling through the pieces he edits. With a Master’s degree in Sports Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in the field, he combines newsroom discipline with a deep-rooted passion for sports. During his time at EssentiallySports, Arunaditya has taken on multiple roles across the editorial pipeline. He began as a writer covering Ultimate Fighting Championship before transitioning into editorial responsibilities, including serving as the primary editor for National Basketball Association coverage. His experience across writing and editing allows him to approach stories from both a narrative and structural perspective. Before his editorial work in digital sports media, Arunaditya worked as a producer at Firstpost under the Network18 Group umbrella, gaining experience in newsroom production and broadcast-oriented storytelling. Across roles, he focuses on refining sports coverage through strong editorial judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to presenting the game in ways that resonate with readers.

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