A middleweight clash is set for Baku, Azerbaijan, as Ismail `The Austrian Wonderboy` Naurdiev takes on Jun Yong `The Iron Turtle` Park. This matchup is featured on the undercard of the UFC on ABC 8 event, headlined by Hill vs. Rountree, happening at the Baku Crystal Hall.
Ismail Naurdiev, from Salzburg, Austria, brings a record of 24 wins into the octagon, including a recent unanimous decision win against Bruno Silva. Known for his striking, he has secured numerous knockouts, though he has also faced seven defeats. His opponent, Jun Yong Park of Seoul, South Korea, has 18 career victories. Park`s last outing resulted in a split decision win over Brad Tavares.
UFC on ABC 8: Naurdiev vs Yong Park Fight Time
Live coverage for the UFC on ABC 8 event`s main card is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM EST. The Naurdiev vs. Park fight is on the undercard. Consult the table below to determine the corresponding start time in your local region.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 10:20 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 05:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 04:20 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event featuring the middleweight bout between Ismail Naurdiev and Jun Yong Park is scheduled for June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The action is expected to commence around 01:20 PM EST with the Naurdiev vs. Park ring walk. Please note that the approximate ring walk time can fluctuate based on how long the preceding fights last.
Viewers are advised to verify local broadcasting schedules for precise start times in their area. Due to varying time zones, consulting the provided table is recommended for accurate viewing times in your location.
How to Watch Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park
You can watch Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park via ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Betting Odds
- Underdog: Ismail Naurdiev : 2.5 (+155)
- Favorite: Jun Yong Park : 1.6 (-175)
| Method of Victory | Ismail Naurdiev | Jun Yong Park |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.1 (+510) | 7.0 (+600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.8 (+375) | 2.8 (+180) |
Betting odds place Jun Yong Park as the favorite against Ismail Naurdiev. Park holds odds around 1.6 (-175), while Naurdiev is the underdog with odds of approximately 2.5 (+155). The odds suggest a decision win is more likely for Park (2.8 / +180) than for Naurdiev (4.8 / +375). Knockout victories are considered less probable for both fighters, with odds of 6.1 (+510) for Naurdiev and 7.0 (+600) for Park, indicating neither fighter is typically reliant on finishing via strikes.
Fighter Details
Ismail Naurdiev
- Nationality: Austria
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 31
- Record: 24 wins, 7 losses, 0 draws
Jun Yong Park
- Nationality: South Korea
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 24
- Record: 18 wins, 6 losses, 0 draws
UFC on ABC 8 Fight Card
Here is the full fight card for the UFC on ABC 8 event:
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree
- 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
