Chechen fighter Yaxyayev: I feel at home in Baku

UFC fighter Abdul Rakhman Yaxyayev talks about the upcoming UFC Baku Fight Night tournament, saying he feels at home in Baku.

Today / 19:00|Last updated: Today / 19:03

Chechen fighter Yaxyayev: I feel at home in Baku — Photo: Prepared by Bond.az

Abdul Rakhman Yaxyayev, a UFC fighter of Chechen descent, said he feels at home in Baku.

Oxu.Az reports that he spoke about this in an interview with Sport24.ru.

Abdul Rakhman Yaxyayev, who will represent Turkey at the "UFC Baku Fight Night" tournament on June 27 in Baku, expressed his satisfaction with the event being held in the capital.

The fighter noted that holding the tournament in a region close to his home is a big advantage for him.

"Of course, Baku is closer to Turkey and Chechnya. I feel at home here," Yaxyayev emphasized.

It should be noted that Abdul Rakhman Yaxyayev (93.44 kg) will face American Julius Volker (93.44 kg) in the light heavyweight division.

More News

Iran Threatens to Boycott Egypt Match Over LGBT Symbols

Today / 18:30

623

Iran Threatens to Boycott Egypt Match Over LGBT Symbols

Iran threatens to withdraw from World Cup match vs Egypt if LGBT symbols are displayed. Sports minister warns FIFA of immediate action.

SPORTS →

Azerbaijani chess players win two gold medals in Italy

Today / 18:01

356

Azerbaijani chess players win two gold medals in Italy

Azerbaijani chess players Zahra Allahverdi and Khagan Ahmad win gold medals at the World Chess Championship in Italy.

SPORTS →

Today / 18:00

269

Referees Announced for Zira vs Torpedo

Zira vs Torpedo referee appointments revealed: Finnish and Hungarian officials to oversee matches.

SPORTS →

Portuguese footballer agrees with Shamakhi

Today / 17:31

230

Portuguese footballer agrees with Shamakhi

Portuguese footballer Jota Oliveira has agreed with Shamakhi and will sign a contract after a medical.

SPORTS →

Turan Tovuz signs new contract with Ibrahima Wadji

Today / 17:00

815

Turan Tovuz signs new contract with Ibrahima Wadji

Turan Tovuz signs a new 1+1 year contract with Ibrahima Wadji. The experienced striker stays with the club.

SPORTS →

Yuto Nagatomo Makes Asian Football History

Today / 16:02

811

Yuto Nagatomo Makes Asian Football History

Japan's Yuto Nagatomo becomes first Asian footballer to play in five World Cups. The 39-year-old defender entered the match against Sweden as a substitute.

SPORTS →

Today / 15:00

775

Ramil Sheydayev may join Russian club

Ramil Sheydayev may join Russian club Dynamo Makhachkala as free agent.

SPORTS →

Today / 14:03

306

Fiziev surprises at UFC Baku weigh-in

At UFC Fight Night Baku weigh-in, Rafael Fiziev surprises fans by speaking in Azerbaijani. Event details for June 27 fight night.

SPORTS →

Today / 14:01

629

Elman Himayetoglu appointed sports director at Zira

Elman Himayetoglu has been appointed sports director at Zira PFC. The former general manager has been with the club since 2015.

SPORTS →

Infantino to Messi: You Make the Impossible Possible

Today / 12:00

342

Infantino to Messi: You Make the Impossible Possible

FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulates Lionel Messi on his birthday, calling him the one who makes the impossible possible.

SPORTS →

Jeyhun Sultanov appointed president of Araz-Nakhchivan

Today / 11:31

407

Jeyhun Sultanov appointed president of Araz-Nakhchivan

Jeyhun Sultanov appointed president of Araz-Nakhchivan. Board of Directors confirmed the decision.

SPORTS →

Azerbaijani judoka wins bronze at Grand Prix

Today / 11:30

509

Azerbaijani judoka wins bronze at Grand Prix

Azerbaijani judoka Ahmad Yusifov wins bronze medal at China Grand Prix, defeating French rival Enzo Jean.

SPORTS →

...