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Rafael Fiziev cleared for UFC return amid ACL injury, echoes plans for fight with Dan Hooker

Tiger Muay Thai striking ace, Rafael Fiziev has confirmed he has been cleared to return to action amid his nasty ACL injury suffered a year ago — and wants to share the Octagon with the likes of Beneil Dariush and surging star, Dan Hooker in his next outing.

Fiziev, who retains the number nine rank in the official lightweight pile, will attempt to snap a two-fight losing skid in his return to action, most recently suffering a TKO loss against fellow European star, Mateusz Gamrot in a main event slot back in September of last year — which came after a notable ACL tear.