Mark Hunt and Alexey Oleynik in UFC Moscow main fight

M. Hunt (left) and A. Oleynik (right) will headline the first Ultimate event in the World Cup country. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFCEurope

O UFC Moscow on September 15th, the first on Russian soil, its main fight was announced on Wednesday (18th). Without the lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov, the card will be hosted by experienced heavyweight alexey oleynik who stares Mark Hunt.

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Russian fighter Oleinik has had a professional MMA career since 1996 with 67 fights, 56 wins and 11 losses. His last fight he submitted Júnior Albini in May, at UFC 224.

“If I don't fall into Hunt's heavy hands, then he will have a very difficult time getting out of my arms. I'm very happy to be part of the history of Russian MMA, headlining the first UFC event in the country. Fans can expect a legendary event, with a legendary name and legendary fights in Moscow,” said Oleinik.

Mark Hunt He has a record of 25 fights with 13 wins and 12 losses. The New Zealander is coming off a defeat to Curtis blaydes by unanimous decision in February this year, at UFC 221. He is eighth in the heavyweight rankings.

“I have a lot of respect for Russian athletes. I've fought Fedor, one of the greatest of all time. Oleinik will be very tough, like me, but I will bring my best to this fight and he will have a long night if he manages to survive the second and third round. My style will bring that victory,” explained Hunt.