UFC Baku post-fight show: Reaction to Rafael Fiziev’s highlight-reel knockout of Manuel Torres

Rafael Fiziev delivered a stunning knockout of Manuel Torres in the main event of UFC Baku on Saturday, reasserting himself in the lightweight division with a highlight-reel finish. The victory marks a significant rebound for Fiziev after prior setbacks, and has reignited conversation about his standing among lightweight contenders.

In the aftermath of the UFC Fight Night card, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and guest analyst Alexander K. Lee unpacked Fiziev's explosive performance, his subsequent callout for the "BMF" title, and potential next matchups for the resurgent fighter. The hosts also examined other developments from the event, including Shara Bullet's co-main event win over Michel Pereira, notable sequences involving referee Herb Dean, and various quirky moments that punctuated the card.

The post-fight show discussion touched on how Fiziev's win may affect his positioning in the UFC's revised Meta Ranking structure, and which fighters represent logical next steps in his climb back to title contention. The full episode is available for viewing above, with audio-only versions accessible on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.