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Fiziev makes Torres pay for going to Round 2 at UFC Baku
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Key Points:
- Rafael Fiziev defeated Manuel Torres just 15 seconds into the second round with a spinning back kick followed by ground strikes, ending Torres' nearly eight-year streak of first-round exits.
- The fight took place at UFC Fight Night 280 in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking Fiziev's emotional return to his home country after suffering four losses in five fights.
- Torres initially used his reach advantage and attempted takedowns, but Fiziev countered effectively with low kicks and a sweep, keeping the fight competitive in the first round.
- Fiziev called for a shot at the BMF belt held by Charles Oliveira following his victory, which energized the home crowd at the National Gymnastics Center.
- The referee stopped the fight 15 seconds into round two after Torres was overwhelmed by Fiziev's precise strikes, securing a decisive win for Fiziev.
