UFC on ESPN 58: Almabaev vs Johnson - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Asu Almabaev and Jose Johnson are set to compete in a flyweight bout at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This undercard match adds depth to the UFC on ESPN 58 event, where Alex Perez will face Tatsuro Taira in the main event.

Almabaev, fighting out of Kazakhstan, recently secured a unanimous decision victory against C.J. Vergara in March 2024. Johnson, from the United States, defeated Chad Anheliger by submission last November. With Almabaev's consistent performances and Johnson's versatile finishing skills, this match poses an opportunity for both fighters to assert their dominance in the flyweight category.

What time is Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson fight

Live coverage for the Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson main card will start at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 15, 2024	04:00 PM	06:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 15, 2024	01:00 PM	03:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 15, 2024	08:00 PM	10:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 16, 2024	07:00 AM	09:40 AM

UFC on ESPN 58 will take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, on June 15, 2024. The event starts at 06:40 PM EST. This fight night features a flyweight bout between Almabaev and Johnson as part of the undercard, with Alex Perez facing Tatsuro Taira in the main event.

Please note that the start time for each fight can vary depending on how long earlier fights last. This means that the ring walk for Almabaev vs Johnson might happen earlier or later than scheduled.

For viewers outside of the Eastern Standard Time zone, check the start times listed for your region to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Asu Almabaev faces Jose Johnson at UFC on ESPN 58 in the flyweight division.

Asu Almabaev

• Nationality: Kazakhstan
• Height: 163 cm
• Weight: 56.7 kg
• Total Fights: 21
• Record: 19 / 2 / 0

Asu Almabaev, with a record of 19-2, comes off a unanimous decision win against C.J. Vergara this March. Holding notable victories, his experience in handling diverse fighting styles sets a strong groundwork for the upcoming fight. Being adept at decisions against tough opponents could benefit him due to Johnson's mixed track record in submissions and KOs.

Jose Johnson

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 183 cm
• Weight: 61.2 kg
• Total Fights: 24
• Record: 16 / 8 / 0

Jose Johnson, standing at 16-8, recently secured a win via submission against Chad Anheliger last November. Given his taller stance and heavier build compared to his previous opponent, Johnson may pose unique physical challenges for Almabaev. His success with submissions might pressure Almabaev's defense strategies in this flyweight clash.

Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson Betting Odds

• Favorite: Asu Almabaev : 1.2 (-455)
• Underdog: Josefine Knutsson : 1.4 (-225)

How and where to watch the Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson Fight

You can watch Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson Fight Card

• Alex Perez vs Tatsuro Taira
• Ikram Aliskerov vs Antonio Trocoli
• Timothy Cuamba vs Lucas Almeida
• Douglas Silva de Andrade vs Miles Johns
• Asu Almabaev vs Jose Johnson
• Josh Quinlan vs Adam Fugitt
• Brady Hiestand vs Garrett Armfield
• Tagir Ulanbekov vs Joshua Van
• Jimmy Flick vs Nathan Maness
• Carli Judice vs Gabriella Fernandes
• Jeka Saragih vs Westin Wilson
• Josefine Lindgren Knutsson vs Julia Polastri
• Melquizael Costa vs Nuerdanbieke Shayilan