Kennedy Nzechukwu faces Chris Barnett at UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. This exciting undercard match sets up an engaging heavyweight bout for fight enthusiasts.
Nzechukwu, known for his prowess at light heavyweight, recently encountered a setback with a split decision loss to Ovince St. Preux in March 2024. On the other hand, Chris Barnett scored a victory with a TKO against Jake Collier back in September 2022. While Nzechukwu attempts to regain momentum after his loss, Barnett will aim to leverage his knockout ability to solidify another win.
What time is Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett fight
Live coverage for the Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett main card will start at 10:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM | 11:20 AM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 07:00 AM | 08:20 AM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 | 02:00 PM | 03:20 PM |
Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 | 01:00 AM | 02:20 AM |
UFC 308 will take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on October 26, 2024. The event starts at 11:20 AM EST.
Kennedy Nzechukwu and Martin Barnett will fight in the heavyweight category as part of the undercard. This fight is scheduled for three rounds. Please note that the exact time for this fight might change depending on how long earlier fights last.
The main event features Ilia Topuria versus Max Holloway. Remember to check the start times for your specific country to ensure you don't miss any action.
Fighters Details
Kennedy Nzechukwu will face Chris Barnett in a heavyweight bout at UFC 308. There are no belts on the line.
Kennedy Nzechukwu
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 196 cm
- Weight: 93.0 kg
- Total Fights: 17
- Record: 12 / 5 / 0
Kennedy Nzechukwu, originally a light heavyweight, steps up to heavyweight after a split decision loss to Ovince St. Preux in March 2024. With a record of 12 wins, including 8 by knockout, Nzechukwu brings striking power into this fight. Facing a super heavyweight like Barnett necessitates adjustments due to size difference and opponent's heavier punch power.
Chris Barnett
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 175 cm
- Weight: 121.6 kg
- Total Fights: 31
- Record: 23 / 8 / 0
Chris Barnett comes off a victory via TKO against Jake Collier in September 2022. He has secured 18 knockouts out of 23 wins. Transitioning from super heavyweight, Barnett's aggressive style and power could dominate Kennedy if he manages weight effectively and leverages his experience with heavier opponents.
Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett Betting Odds
- Favorite: Kennedy Nzechukwu : 1.7 (-150)
- Underdog: Chris Barnett : 6.0 (+500)
How and where to watch the Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett Fight
You can watch Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett via ESPN+.
Region | Live-streaming |
USA | ESPN |
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Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett Fight Card
- Ilia Topuria vs Max Holloway
- Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev
- Lerone Murphy vs Dan Ige
- Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic
- Sharabutdin Magomedov vs Armen Petrosyan
- Geoff Neal vs Rafael dos Anjos
- Mateusz Rebecki vs Myktybek Orolbai
- Abusupiyan Magomedov vs Brunno Ferreira
- Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Chris Barnett
- Farid Basharat vs Victor Hugo
- Rinat Fakhretdinov vs Carlos Leal Miranda
- Ismail Naurdiev vs Bruno Silva
- Ibo Aslan vs Raffael Cerqueira