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Shavkat Rakhmonov targeted to remain on UFC 310 card, welcomes Kamaru Usman interim title fight

Seeing an undisputed welterweight championship fight fall off UFC 310 next month, unbeaten finisher, Shavkat Rakhmonov is currently in talks to remain on the December card according to his manager, as well as welcoming the chance to compete for interim spoils against Kamaru Usman.

Shavkat Rakhmonov, the current number three rated welterweight contender, was scheduled to take main event honors at UFC 310 next month in his premiere title fight under the banner of the promotion.

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However, last week, defending titleholder, Belal Muhammad confirmed his withdrawal from the championship defense, citing a bone infection in his foot ahead of the massive title outing.