Tofiq Musayev and Myktybek Orolbai are scheduled to compete in a lightweight bout on the undercard of UFC on ABC 8. This anticipated fight will take place at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Musayev enters the octagon following a knockout victory over Koji Takeda. He boasts an impressive professional record of 22 wins and 5 losses, highlighting his extensive experience. His opponent, Orolbai, is coming off a split decision loss to Mateusz Rebecki. Despite being younger and having fewer fights, Orolbai is recognized for his significant striking abilities.
UFC on ABC 8 Start Times for Musayev vs Orolbai
Live coverage for the main card, which includes the Musayev vs Orolbai fight, begins at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Below is a table indicating the start times in various regions:
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Musayev vs Orolbai Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 02:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 11:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 06:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 05:40 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event itself takes place today, June 21, 2025, at Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan, with the event starting around 02:40 PM EST, including the preliminary fights. The main event features Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree. Please note that the exact ring walk times for Musayev vs Orolbai are estimates and may vary depending on the duration of preceding fights. Always check your local start times to catch the action.
How to Watch Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai
You can watch the Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai fight live via ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Betting Odds
Myktybek Orolbai is currently listed as the favorite with odds around 1.7 (-150), while Tofiq Musayev is the underdog at approximately 2.4 (+140). The betting odds for method of victory are as follows:
| Method of Victory | Tofiq Musayev | Myktybek Orolbai |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 4.0 (+295) | 6.0 (+500) |
| By decision or technical decision | 6.0 (+500) | 3.3 (+230) |
These odds suggest that a win for the favorite, Orolbai, is more likely, particularly by decision. However, Musayev offers a significant potential return, especially if he secures a win by knockout or decision, making this a potentially rewarding fight for bettors predicting an upset.
Fighter Details
Tofiq Musayev
- Nationality: Azerbaijan
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 70.3 kg
- Total Fights: 27
- Record: 22 wins / 5 losses / 0 draws
Myktybek Orolbai
- Nationality: Kyrgyzstan
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 72.1 kg
- Total Fights: 16
- Record: 13 wins / 2 losses / 1 draw
UFC on ABC 8 Full Fight Card
Here is the full list of scheduled fights for UFC on ABC 8:
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree (Main Event)
- Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes
- Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev
- Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai
- Nazim Sadykhov vs Nikolas Motta
- Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad
- Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum
- Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park
- Melissa Mullins vs Darya Zheleznyakova
- Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman
- Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott
- Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula
