UFC on ESPN 63: Johnson vs Azaitar - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Michael Johnson and Ottman Azaitar will face off in a lightweight bout at the UFC on ESPN 63 undercard event at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. This matchup serves as a precursor to the headline fight between Colby Covington and Joaquin Buckley.

Michael Johnson, fighting out of Springfield, Missouri, recently secured an unanimous decision victory over Darrius Flowers in their February 2024 encounter. With a professional record that includes 22 wins and 19 losses, Johnson demonstrates a resilient career touching various facets of MMA combat. On the other side, Ottman "Bulldozer" Azaitar from Cologne, Germany, is looking to rebound from a July 2023 TKO loss to Francisco Prado. His record stands at 13 wins and 2 losses with a distinct knack for concluding fights by knockout.

What time is Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar fight

Live coverage for the Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar main card will start at 07:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

UFC on ESPN 63 takes place tonight at 9:00 PM EST at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. This event features a series of fights, including a lightweight bout between Johnson and Azaitar. The main event will see Colby Covington face Joaquin Buckley.

Please note that the ring walk times may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. This variability affects when fighters will enter the ring.

For viewers outside the Eastern Standard Time zone, check the start times listed in your local schedule to ensure you don’t miss any action.

Fighters Details

Michael Johnson will face Ottman Azaitar in a lightweight bout at UFC on ESPN 63 - Covington vs. Buckley.

Michael Johnson

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 178 cm
• Weight: 70.3 kg
• Total Fights: 41
• Record: 22 / 19 / 0

Johnson boasts a record of 22 wins, including nine knockouts, contrasting his 19 losses. His last victory was by unanimous decision against Darrius Flowers, showing substantial resilience and strategy in the ring. Facing Flowers, who holds a significant record himself, Johnson demonstrated capability against formidable opponents, indicating a potentially aggressive performance against Azaitar.

Ottman Azaitar

• Nationality: Germany
• Height: 170 cm
• Weight: 70.8 kg
• Total Fights: 15
• Record: 13 / 2 / 0

Azaitar enters with a fighting resume of 13 wins, ten by knockout, and two losses. He recently faced defeat by TKO to Francisco Prado. Given Prado's comparable stature and style to Johnson, Azaitar must adjust and refine his strategies significantly to challenge Johnson effectively in this encounter.

Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar Betting Odds

• Underdog: Miles Johns : 3.1 (+210)
• Favorite: Ottman Azaitar : 2.9 (+185)

How and where to watch the Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar Fight

You can watch Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

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Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar Fight Card

• Colby Covington vs Joaquin Buckley
• Cub Swanson vs Billy Quarantillo
• Manel Kape vs Bruno Silva
• Vitor Petrino vs Dustin Jacoby
• Adrian Yanez vs Daniel Marcos
• Navajo Stirling vs George Tokkos
• Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar
• Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose
• Sean Woodson vs Fernando Padilla
• Miles Johns vs Felipe Lima
• Miranda Maverick vs Jamey-Lyn Horth
• Davey Grant vs Ramon Taveras
• Josefine Lindgren Knutsson vs Piera Rodriguez