UFC on ABC 8: Fiziev vs Bahamondes - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Rafael Fiziev and Ignacio Bahamondes will face off in the octagon as part of UFC on ABC 8 at Baku Crystal Hall, Azerbaijan. Both fighters aim to rise in the lightweight division's ranks.

Rafael Fiziev, known as "Ataman," turned pro in 2015 and has fought seasoned opponents like Justin Gaethje. In March, Fiziev lost to Gaethje by unanimous decision. This experience could prepare him for Bahamondes. Ignacio Bahamondes, or "La Jaula," started professional fighting in 2015 and recently won against Jalin Turner via a submission in March. His successful submission win shows his improved grappling skills, which might be crucial against an experienced striker like Fiziev.

What time is Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes fight

Live coverage for the Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	12:00 PM	03:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	09:00 AM	12:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	04:00 PM	07:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 22, 2025	03:00 AM	06:20 AM

The UFC on ABC 8 event will take place on June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event is set to start at 03:20 PM EST.

The main event features Jamahal Hill facing Khalil Rountree. On the undercard, Rafael Fiziev will fight Ignacio Bahamondes in a lightweight bout scheduled for three rounds.

Please note that the ring walk times may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last. It's important to keep an eye on the schedule as it can change based on the duration of the undercard matches.

Fighters Details

Rafael Fiziev

Nationality: Kazakhstan
Height: 173 cm
Weight: 70.3 kg
Total Fights: 16
Record: 12 / 4 / 0

Rafael Fiziev holds a record of 12 wins and 4 losses. He lost his last fight by unanimous decision to Justin Gaethje, an experienced fighter with 26 wins and 20 knockouts. Fiziev's knockout ability is evident, but facing Bahamondes could test his resilience and adaptability.

Ignacio Bahamondes

Nationality: Chile
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 70.8 kg
Total Fights: 22
Record: 17 / 5 / 0

Ignacio Bahamondes has a record of 17 wins and 5 losses. He won his last bout via submission against Jalin Turner, who has significant knockout power. Bahamondes's varied skillset presents a challenging matchup for Fiziev in the lightweight division.

Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes Betting Odds

Underdog: Rafael Fiziev : 2.1 (+110)
Favorite: Ignacio Bahamondes : 1.8 (-125)

Method of victory	Rafael Fiziev	Ignacio Bahamondes
By KO/TKO or disqualification	4.7 (+370)	6.0 (+500)
By decision or technical decision	3.9 (+290)	3.0 (+200)

How and where to watch the Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes Fight

You can watch Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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