Muhammad Mokaev books first fight after UFC departure

Muhammad Mokaev will return to his authentic residence when he competes at BRAVE CF 91.

Mokaev (13-0) takes on former EFC champion Luthando Biko (12-3) in a flyweight bout Dec. 13 at Khalifa Sports activities Metropolis in Bahrain. An individual with data of the state of affairs confirmed the reserving to MMA Junkie on Thursday following an preliminary report from MMA Fighting.

Mokaev parted methods with the UFC on dangerous phrases after a unanimous resolution win over Manel Kape at UFC 304 in July. The promotion opted to not re-sign the undefeated flyweight, who was on the cusp of title rivalry.

Throughout the UFC 304 post-fight information convention, Dana White announced the news of Mokaev not being re-signed, pointing to the matchmakers’ discontent along with his conduct. Nevertheless, in a recent interview with MMA Junkie, Mokaev plotted a UFC return, and was hopeful that he might finally make his method again to the octagon.