UFC on ABC 8: Musayev vs Orolbai - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Tofiq Musayev and Myktybek Orolbai will battle in a lightweight undercard match at Baku Crystal Hall, Azerbaijan, during UFC on ABC 8. It's part of a packed fight card featuring headliners Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.

Musayev, a fighter from Azerbaijan, started his professional career in 2013. He recently beat Koji Takeda via knockout. His record stands strong with 22 wins and only five losses. Orolbai began fighting professionally in 2017. He lost a split decision against Mateusz Rebecki last year. Orolbai's brief but notable career includes 13 wins and just two losses.

What time is Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai fight

Live coverage for the Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai 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	Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	12:00 PM	02:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	09:00 AM	11:40 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	04:00 PM	06:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 22, 2025	03:00 AM	05:40 AM

The UFC on ABC 8 event will take place on June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event starts at 02:40 PM EST. This is an undercard fight in the lightweight division featuring Musayev vs Orolbai. The main event of the night is Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree.

The fights are part of a three-round format under the UFC federation. Since today is June 18, fans have a few days to prepare for this exciting lineup. Note that the start times can vary based on how long earlier fights last, so it’s best to check local listings for exact timing in your area.

Fighters Details

Tofiq Musayev faces Myktybek Orolbai in the Lightweight fight at UFC on ABC 8.

Tofiq Musayev

Nationality: Azerbaijan
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 70.3 kg
Total Fights: 27
Record: 22 / 5 / 0

Tofiq Musayev boasts a record of 22 wins and 5 losses, with 18 victories by knockout. His most recent win was a KO against Koji Takeda, a Featherweight fighter with fewer knockouts and losses. Musayev’s power in the Lightweight class suggests he brings formidable striking skills into the cage.

Myktybek Orolbai

Nationality: Kyrgyzstan
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 72.1 kg
Total Fights: 16
Record: 13 / 2 / 1

Myktybek Orolbai holds a record of 13 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with six wins by knockout. He recently lost to Mateusz Rebecki, a more experienced Welterweight. Orolbai faces a tough challenge against Musayev's knockout proficiency in their matchup.

Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Betting Odds

Underdog: Tofiq Musayev : 2.5 (+145)
Favorite: Myktybek Orolbai : 1.6 (-163)

Method of victory	Tofiq Musayev	Myktybek Orolbai
By KO/TKO or disqualification	3.9 (+290)	6.0 (+500)
By decision or technical decision	6.8 (+575)	3.5 (+255)

How and where to watch the Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Fight

You can watch Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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