Ruslan Abdullaev, known for his orthodox stance, enters this bout with an unblemished record of two wins since turning pro in 2024. His recent lack of knockouts suggests an uphill battle against seasoned opponent Kevin Johnson. Johnson, carrying a 12-7 record since going pro in 2015, brings valuable experience from previous fights that might give him an edge.
What time is Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson fight
Live coverage for the Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson main card will start at 08:00 PM EST on DAZN. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 | 05:00 PM | 05:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 | 12:00 AM | 12:20 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 | 11:00 AM | 11:20 AM |
The event takes place on September 20, 2025, at the Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino in Indio, California. The fight between Ruslan Abdullaev and Kevin Johnson is scheduled for 8 rounds in the super lightweight division. This bout is part of the undercard leading up to the main event featuring Oscar Collazo vs Jayson Vayson.
The start time for this event is 08:20 PM EST. However, note that the ring walk time can change depending on how long the earlier fights last. It's important to keep this in mind as you plan to watch.
For those watching from different countries, please refer to a time zone conversion table to ensure you tune in at the correct local time.
Fighters Details
Ruslan Abdullaev faces Kevin Johnson in a super lightweight clash. No belts are on the line.
Ruslan Abdullaev
- Nationality: Uzbekistan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 170 cm
- Reach: 170 cm
- Total Fights: 2
- Record: 2 / 0 / 0
Ruslan Abdullaev, an orthodox fighter from Uzbekistan, has a record of 2 wins and no losses. He turned pro recently and has quickly shown his potential, albeit against less experienced opponents. His lack of knockouts could pose issues against harder hitters.
Kevin Johnson
- Nationality: Michigan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 178 cm
- Reach: 178 cm
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 12 / 7 / 0
Kevin Johnson, in contrast, brings more experience with 12 wins and 7 losses. Known as "Thunderstorm," he last faced seasoned fighters, indicating resilience despite some defeats. With his better reach and experience, he poses a significant challenge for the younger Abdullaev.
How and where to watch the Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson Fight
You can watch Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson via DAZN.
| Country | Price per month | Price per year |
| Canada | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
| UK and Ireland | First month free, then £24.99/mo or £14.99/mo with annual subscription. | £179.88 |
| Australia | $13.99 per month | - |
| USA | First month free, then $29.99/mo or $19.99/mo with annual subscription. | $239.88 |
Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson Fight Card
- Oscar Collazo vs Jayson Vayson
- Gabriela Fundora vs Alexas Kubicki
- Joel Iriarte vs Eduardo Hernandez Trejo
- Grant Flores vs Courtney Pennington
- Gael Cabrera vs Judy Flores
- Javid Ramirez vs Brian Arregui
- Thalia Pineiro vs Gloria Munguilla
- Ruslan Abdullaev vs Kevin Johnson