Rafael Fiziev will face Justin Gaethje in the lightweight co-main event at UFC 313 on March 8, 2024, after Dan Hooker withdrew due to injury. This bout, announced by UFC on Wednesday, is a rematch of their encounter at UFC 286, where Fiziev lost a narrow majority decision. Fiziev has been recovering from a TKO loss to Mateusz Gamrot and has not fought since September 2023. Gaethje aims to recover from a recent defeat against Max Holloway in a BMF title fight while aiming to reclaim his top contender status.
Fiziev will replace the injured Dan Hooker and face Gaethje at UFC 313, scheduled for three rounds on March 8, 2024.
Fiziev suffered a knee injury in a TKO loss against Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Fight Night 228 and has been sidelined since.
Following a fifth-round knockout loss to Max Holloway in a BMF title bout, Gaethje looks to bounce back against Fiziev.
UFC 313 will feature a light heavyweight championship clash between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev as its main event.
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