Russian MMA fighter Petr Yan has called out Usman Nurmagomedov to face him in a potential UFC event expected to take place in Baku.

According to Offsideplus.az, Yan made the challenge through a post on his personal Instagram account, stating:

"Come on, let’s fight in Baku or Abu Dhabi. Five rounds! Let’s go! I want to fight for the belt. Almost everyone in the top 5 and top 10 is currently busy. It’s not worth waiting another six months. Umar, I hope you're in shape. Let’s do this!"

Although no official announcement has been made yet, Azerbaijan is expected to host a UFC Fight Night on June 21 this year.