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Azerbaijani UFC fighter Tahir Abdullayev appeared as a guest on the PODKAT project. He spoke about his journey from his personal life to his professional career.
During the conversation, Abdullayev shared his views on the prospects for mixed martial arts (MMA) in Azerbaijan and the potential of local athletes. He also discussed how he began his career, the challenges he faced as he advanced in professional sport and his future goals.
Topics discussed in the interview
The podcast also covered the UFC’s arrival in Baku, opportunities for Azerbaijani fighters on the international stage and the five UFC fighters Abdullayev considers the best.
The athlete spoke about challenges in his personal life, decisions he made during difficult moments and how those experiences shaped him. The interview also addressed his preparations for the fight scheduled for November 21 and his expectations for the bout.
The full interview is available in the video.
Context
According to information published on September 29, Abdullayev will face Australian Jake Matthews at a tournament in Qatar on November 21. He made his UFC debut in Baku in June this year, knocking out Jefferson Nascimento in his first fight.
