Meet ‘The Ultimate Fighter 29’ cast: Kemran Lachinov’s struggles as immigrant helped lead to MMA

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Meet ‘The Ultimate Fighter 29’ cast: Kemran Lachinov’s struggles as immigrant helped lead to MMA

LAS VEGAS – “The Ultimate Fighter” is finally back for its 29th season.

For the first time since 2018, the reality series is set to stream new episodes with teams coached by UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and upcoming title challenger Brian Ortega.

MMA Junkie recently sat down with all 16 cast members. Watch the video above to get to know middleweight Kemran Lachinov (10-3), who discussed how he started in MMA, the struggles he had as an immigrant to the United States, being one of the most experienced fighters in the house and much more.

“The Ultimate Fighter 29” premieres June 1 on ESPN+.

Meet ‘The Ultimate Fighter 29’ cast: Kemran Lachinov’s struggles as immigrant helped lead to MMA