A featherweight showdown is scheduled for UFC on ABC 8, taking place at the Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan. This bout features Tajikistan`s Muhammadjon Naimov facing off against Bogdan Grad from Austria. Positioned on the undercard for the main event headlined by Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree, this fight is anticipated to be a competitive clash as both athletes look to enhance their standing within the UFC`s ranks.
Muhammadjon Naimov holds a professional mixed martial arts record of 12 victories and 3 defeats. Having started his professional career more than eight years ago, Naimov has honed his abilities, including training with groups like Elevation Fight Team. His recent win, a decision victory over Kaan Ofli, demonstrated his resilience, particularly when facing experienced opponents.
Bogdan Grad comes into this fight with an impressive record of 15 wins and only 2 losses from 17 professional fights. His recent performances, including a TKO win against Lucas Alexander, clearly highlight his significant punching power and finishing ability.
Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad Betting Odds
- Favorite: Muhammad Naimov (Odds: 1.4 / -225)
- Underdog: Bogdan Grad (Odds: 3.0 / +205)
| Method of Victory | Muhammad Naimov | Bogdan Grad |
| By KO/TKO or Disqualification | 3.8 (+275) | 5.6 (+460) |
| By Decision or Technical Decision | 2.9 (+190) | 8.0 (+700) |
According to the betting lines, Muhammad Naimov is favored to win with odds listed at 1.4 (-225). This implies that a $100 wager on Naimov would return approximately $140 in total ($40 profit + $100 initial stake). Bogdan Grad is the underdog, with odds of 3.0 (+205). A $100 bet on Grad would result in a total return of $300 ($205 profit + $100 initial stake) if he is victorious. When looking at specific methods of victory, Naimov is given better odds to win by decision at 2.9 (+190) compared to Grad`s longer odds of 8.0 (+700) for a decision win. For a finish, Naimov winning by KO/TKO/DQ is priced at 3.8 (+275), while Grad winning by KO/TKO/DQ has odds of 5.6 (+460).
How and where to watch the Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad Fight
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN+ |
Fans in the USA can catch the live broadcast of the Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad fight on ESPN+.
