‘TUF 29’ Winner Ricky Turcios to Face Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Event on July 9

A bantamweight clash pitting “The Ultimate Fighter 29” winner Ricky Turcios against Aiemann Zahabi has been added to the lineup for a UFC event on July 9.

The promotion announced the bout on Monday. The card is headlined by a lightweight showdown between Rafael dos Anjos and Rafael Fiziev.

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Turcios advanced through the reality show with decision wins over Dan Argueta and Liudvik Sholinian before garnering a split verdict against Brady Hiestand in the finale at UFC on ESPN 30 on Aug. 28. The Team Alpha Male product known as “Pretty Ricky” has compiled an 11-2 career mark while competing in organizations such as Bellator, Fury Fighting Championship and King of the Cage.

Zahabi, meanwhile, is 2-2 in four Octagon appearances. The 34-year-old Tristar Gym representative is coming off a first-round KO of Drako Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night 185 in February 2021.