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Ottman Azaitar: Moroccan fighter eager to make up for lost time at UFC Fight Night
After an explosive UFC debut in Abu Dhabi, the unbeaten lightweight has had a long wait between fights - but is ready to get back to business in Las Vegas
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John McAuley
September 12, 2020
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