
Will the fight between Rakhmonov and Buckley be officially announced by the UFC by March 31, 2026?
Following a public exchange and direct callouts, American welterweight Joaquin Buckley has openly pushed for a fight with Kazakh contender Shavkat Rakhmonov. With Rakhmonov recovering from injury and Buckley coming off a recent loss, the matchup has gained traction due to its rankings implications (#2 vs. #10) and clear narrative momentum.
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Resolves “Yes” if, by March 31, 2026, the UFC officially announces or schedules a fight between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Joaquin Buckley, as confirmed by the UFC, fighters’ management, or major MMA media outlets. Otherwise — No.
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