What time is UFC 308 Tonight? Ankalaev vs Rakic - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Magomed Ankalaev and Aleksandar Rakic will battle it out in the light heavyweight undercard of UFC 308 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. This fight serves as a buildup to the evening's main event featuring Ilia Topuria vs Max Holloway.

Ankalaev enters the ring following a victorious bout against Johnny Walker, finishing the fight with a potent KO. Meanwhile, Rakic looks to rebound from his recent TKO loss to Jiri Prochazka. These recent matches underscore their readiness and resilience, setting the stage for a gripping encounter.

What time is Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic fight

Live coverage for the Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic 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 Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST) Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 10:00 AM 01:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT) Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 07:00 AM 10:00 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT) Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 02:00 PM 05:00 PM
Australia (AEDT) Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 01:00 AM 04:00 AM

UFC 308 takes place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates tomorrow, October 26, 2024. The event starts at 01:00 PM EST. This UFC event features a light heavyweight bout between Ankalaev and Rakic as part of the undercard, with the main event being Ilia Topuria versus Max Holloway.

Please note that the exact time for the Ankalaev vs. Rakic fight might vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Each bout can affect subsequent start times.

For viewers watching from different countries, check the start times listed in your local schedule to ensure you don't miss any action.

How and where to watch the Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic Fight

You can watch Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic via ESPN+.

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Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic Betting Odds

  • Favorite: Magomed Ankalaev : 1.3 (-350)
  • Underdog: Aleksandar Rakir : 4.1 (+310)
Method of victory Magomed Ankalaev Aleksandar Rakir
By KO/TKO or disqualification 3.5 (+250) 7.5 (+650)
By decision or technical decision 2.0 (-105) 8.0 (+700)

Magomed Ankalaev enters as the favorite in this match with odds of 1.3 (-350), signaling a strong chance of victory. Aleksandar Rakic, the underdog, stands at 4.1 (+310), making his win a less likely but potentially rewarding bet. For those betting on specifics, odds suggest Ankalaev is more likely to secure a victory by KO/TKO/DQ at 3.5 (+250) compared to Rakic at 7.5 (+650). Ankalaev also leads in likelihood to win by points or decision, marked at 2.0 (-105), far ahead of Rakic’s 8.0 (+700) in the same category. These numbers point towards Ankalaev as the clear favorites across all outcomes.

Fighters Details

Magomed Ankalaev

  • Nationality: Russia
  • Height: 190 cm
  • Weight: 93.0 kg
  • Total Fights: 20
  • Record: 18 / 1 / 1

Aleksandar Rakic

  • Nationality: Austria
  • Height: 196 cm
  • Weight: 93.0 kg
  • Total Fights: 18
  • Record: 14 / 4 / 0

Magomed Ankalaev vs Aleksandar Rakic 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