Fight alert! Mauricio Ruffy's opponent is shocking with his preparation for UFC 325.

Ruffy backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

If it depends on Raphael FizievMauricio Ruffy will not have an easy life in UFC 325, scheduled for January 31st. The Brazilian fighter enters the main card of the event looking to erase the image left after the defeat to Benoit Saint-Denis No. UFC ParisOn the other side, however, will be one of the most dangerous strikers in the division, who appears to be taking the commitment very seriously.

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In a video published on social media, Raphael Fiziev He appears in a gauntlet training session simulating combat situations against Luffy. In the images, the Kyrgyz representative delivers combinations of punches and kicks, drawing attention for the speed and power of his blows, which quickly resonated with fans.

Watch Rafael Fiziev's training session to face Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 325.

Raphael Fiziev looks fully ready for the Mauricio Ruffy Fight 💪🥊

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— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) January 11, 2026

Maurício Ruffy seeks to regain momentum at UFC 325.

Mauricio Ruffy was completed by Benoit Saint-Denis No. UFC Paris (Photo: Twitter/UFC)

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After thrilling audiences with two knockouts in three fights during his explosive start in the UFC, Mauricio Ruffy failed to live up to expectations in his first bout against a ranked fighter in the organization. UFC ParisThe Brazilian was dominated and finished off by Benoit Saint-DenisNow, in UFC 325He has the opportunity to rehabilitate himself and prove that he belongs among the elite of the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg).