5 must-watch underrated fights at UFC 267

#4. Damir Ismagulov vs. Magomed Mustafaev (UFC lightweight division)

The lightweight matchup between Damir Ismagulov and Magomed Mustafaev is a banger hiding in the prelims of UFC 267. Both fighters were born in Russia, and have previously competed in the fighting promotion M1-Global.

Ismagulov is undefeated in his four appearances in the UFC, and also has a win over UFC lightweight Thiago Moises. He has an overall MMA record of 20-1, with his only loss coming more than six years ago.

Mustafaev, meanwhile, has finished 14 of the 17 fights he has won. 'Sniper' also has a win over rising lightweight contender Rafael Fiziev. Mustafev finished 'Ataman' via TKO in the opening round at UFC Fight Night 149 to earn a 'Performance of the Night' bonus.

This fight has high potential to deliver fireworks in the UFC 267 prelims.

---

#3. Magomed Ankalaev vs. Volkan Oezdemir (UFC light heavyweight division)

In light heavyweight action on the main card of UFC 267, Magomed Ankalaev will compete against former title challenger Volkan Oezdemir.

Despite losing on his UFC debut against Paul Craig in March 2018, Ankalaev has been one of the most intriguing fighters in the 205-pound division. After suffering the only loss of his professional MMA career to Craig, the Russian fighter went on a six-fight winning spree. The 29-year-old was also awarded the 'Performance of the Night' bonus for three of those six wins. Anakalev currently has an MMA record of 15-1.

Oezdemir, meanwhile, is coming off one of the most exciting fights of the entire year against Jan Blachowicz. The 32-year-old also has wins over high-skilled fighters like Aleksander Rakic, Ovince Saint Preux and Ilir Latifi. 'No Time' has also finished 13 of 17 fights he won.

So, there is a high probability this light heavyweight encounter may not go the full distance of three rounds.