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The UFC has unveiled the official poster for its upcoming historic event, UFC on ABC 8, set to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking the promotion’s first-ever trip to the country.
The main event will feature a light heavyweight showdown between former champion Jamahal Hill (12-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC) and former title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. (13-6 MMA, 9-6 UFC). Both fighters are seeking to rebound and re-enter the title picture in the competitive 205-pound division.
The event is scheduled to take place at the Baku Crystal Hall, one of the city’s premier venues, symbolizing the UFC’s continued expansion into new international markets.
The newly released event poster showcases Hill and Rountree Jr. in a dramatic face-off framed inside a striking double blue border, emphasizing the high-stakes nature of the bout and the significance of the UFC's debut in the Caucasus region.
The full fight card is still being finalized, but the promotion has begun building excitement by promoting the main event through social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter). More lineup details are expected in the coming weeks.
UFC on ABC 8 adds to the organization's growing global footprint and reflects its strategy to bring premier MMA action to new audiences worldwide. The Baku event is expected to draw fans from across Central Asia and the Middle East, where MMA’s popularity continues to rise.
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