One fighter returns from a long layoff, while another hopes to immediately bounce back from a loss. The UFC is planning to rebook Rustam Khabilov vs Kajan Johnson for the promotion’s first visit to Russia. UFC Fight Night: Moscow is scheduled for Sept. 15.
Khabilov and Johnson were originally scheduled to compete on Mar. 17. That was until the Dagestan native was removed due to an injury. Johnson went on to win a closely contested split decision against late replacement Stevie Ray.
High-profile second chance for Kajan Johnson
“Tiger” is riding a five-fight winning streak, all via unanimous decision, following his victory over Desmond Green last September.