Bantamweights Toshiomi Kazama and Charalampos Grigoriou face off in an undercard bout at UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This matchup will feature two fighters looking to bounce back from recent losses within the dynamic environment of the UFC on ESPN 61 event.
Toshiomi Kazama, known for his striking, heads into the fight holding a professional record featuring 10 wins, split notably by his knockout ability. With three losses similarly coming by knockout, his resilience was last tested against Garrett Armfield, ending in a loss by TKO from punches. Charalampos Grigoriou matches this knock-out risk with an equally robust record of eight wins majorly through similar showings and seeks to recover from a unanimous decision loss to Chad Anheliger. Both fighters share striking skill sets heavy on finishes, positing a fierce contest where initial moments could steer the outcome significantly.
What time is Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou fight
Live coverage for the Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou 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 | Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024 | 04:00 PM | 05:40 PM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024 | 01:00 PM | 02:40 PM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024 | 08:00 PM | 09:40 PM |
Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Aug. 11, 2024 | 07:00 AM | 08:40 AM |
UFC on ESPN 61: Kazama vs Grigoriou will take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, on August 10, 2024. The event starts at 05:40 PM EST. This fight is part of the undercard with Marcin Tybura and Sergey Spivak headlining the main event.
Kazama and Grigoriou will compete in a three-round match in the bantamweight category. Fans should note that the scheduled start time for each fight can vary depending on how long earlier fights last.
Viewers are advised to check the start times for their specific time zones to ensure they do not miss any action.
Fighters Details
At UFC on ESPN 61, Toshiomi Kazama faces Charalampos Grigoriou in a bantamweight clash.
Toshiomi Kazama
- Nationality: Japan
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 10 / 4 / 0
Toshiomi Kazama, also known as the "Silent Finisher," has a fighting record of ten wins, with three by knockout, and four losses. His last match resulted in a TKO loss to Garrett Armfield in August 2023. Considering Armfield's strong TKO ability, facing Grigoriou who has a similar knockout-focused style means Kazama needs to improve his defenses for this bout.
Charalampos Grigoriou
- Nationality: Cyprus
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 12
- Record: 8 / 4 / 0
Charalampos Grigoriou from Cyprus brings a record of eight wins, six by knockout, and four losses to the ring. His last fight was a decision loss to Chad Anheliger in March 2024. Given Anheliger's heavier strike power compared to Kazama’s recent struggle against punchers, Grigoriou may find an advantage if he emphasizes his striking strength early in this matchup.
Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou Betting Odds
- Underdog: Toshiomi Kazama : 2.8 (+180)
- Favorite: Charalampos Grigoriou : 1.5 (-210)
How and where to watch the Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou Fight
You can watch Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou via ESPN+.
Region | Live-streaming |
USA | ESPN |
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Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou Fight Card
- Marcin Tybura vs Sergey Spivak
- Damon Jackson vs Jose Mariscal
- Yana Santos vs Chelsea Chandler
- Allan Nascimento vs Jafel Filho
- Toshiomi Kazama vs Charalampos Grigoriou
- Danny Barlow vs Nikolay Veretennikov
- Karol Rosa vs Pannie Kianzad
- Jhonata Diniz vs Karl Williams
- Youssef Zalal vs Jarno Errens
- Stephanie Luciano vs Talita Alencar