Jacob Malkoun is gearing up for a return to the Octagon, as he’s officially slated to face rising prospect Torrez Finney at UFC 325 on January 31 . The matchup was first reported by Finney himself, giving fans an early glimpse at one of the event’s most intriguing middleweight contests. Expand Tweet

Malkoun (7-3), a durable and technically sound grappler out of Australia, is looking to reestablish himself in the UFC’s competitive 185-pound division. Known for his grinding wrestling style and tireless pace, Malkoun has already shared the cage with talented contenders like Brendan Allen and Nick Maximov. After a narrow decision loss last time out, the 29-year-old will look to bounce back with a dominant performance to remind fans why he’s regarded as one of the division’s most persistent

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