Fighters from around the globe dream of the day they’ll step into the UFC octagon for the first time. For six athletes, Saturday’s UFC on ESPN+ 7 event marked that special moment in their career. Check out this week’s rookie report to see what kind of first impression those fighters made on the sport’s biggest stage from Yubileyniy Arena in St. Petersburg, Russia. * * * * * Rafael Fiziev Result: Magomed Mustafaev def. Rafael Fiziev via TKO (spinning back kick, punches) – Round 1, 1:26 Record: (6-1 MMA, 0-1 UFC) Grade: Incomplete A former muay Thai stylist, Rafael Fiziev came to the UFC with an undefeated record
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UFC on ESPN+ 7 rookie report: Grading the newcomers in St. Petersburg – MMA Junkie