Mark your calendars for UFC on ABC 8, happening this Saturday at the stunning Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. Join us for live round-by-round coverage and comprehensive official results, starting at noon ET (9 a.m. PT). This exciting event will be broadcast on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN+, making it accessible to MMA fans around the world.
The main event features a thrilling matchup between former light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill (12-3 MMA, 6-3 UFC) and recent title challenger Khalil Rountree Jr. (13-6 MMA, 9-6 UFC). Hill is looking to reclaim his spot in the title picture, while Rountree aims to solidify his status after a recent title shot.
In the lightweight co-feature, Ignacio Bahamondes (17-5 MMA, 6-2 UFC) will face off against Rafael Fiziev (12-4 MMA, 6-4 UFC) in what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The main card will also feature:
Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan KunievTofiq Musayev vs. Myktybek OrolbaiNikolas Motta vs. Nazim SadykhovFans can follow along with our round-by-round updates and official results, beginning at approximately noon ET for the prelims on ESPN and ESPN+, and at 3 p.m. ET for the main card broadcast on ABC. Get ready for an unforgettable night of fights!
The preliminary card kicked off with several exciting bouts, showcasing emerging talents and established fighters alike:
In a thrilling matchup, Seokhyeon Ko defeated Oban Elliott via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27). Ko displayed impressive grappling skills and control throughout the fight.
JunYong Park earned a dominant unanimous decision victory over Ismail Naurdiev (29-26, 29-26, 29-25), showcasing a mix of striking and grappling prowess.
Daria Zhelezniakova triumphed over Melissa Mullins with a unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) in a closely contested bout filled with back-and-forth action.
Klaudia Sygula secured a unanimous decision win against Irina Alekseeva (30-27, 30-27, 30-27), dominating the fight with effective striking and control.
Tagir Ulanbekov claimed victory over Azat Maksum via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27), showcasing his grappling skills and striking accuracy.
In a closely fought battle, Mohammed Usman defeated Hamdy Abdelwahab by unanimous decision (29-28), demonstrating his striking and tactical abilities.
With an action-packed card featuring top-tier fighters, UFC on ABC 8 is set to deliver unforgettable moments for fans. Don’t miss out on any of the excitement—join us for live updates and results as the fights unfold!
