Tagir Ulanbekov from Russia faces Azat Maksum of Kazakhstan at UFC on ABC 8 in Baku, Azerbaijan. Both flyweight fighters step into the Octagon to prove their mettle.
Ulanbekov, with a record of 16 wins and 2 losses, aims to build on his recent victory against Clayton Carpenter in January. Maksum, holding 15 wins against a single defeat, seeks recovery after losing to Charles Johnson last year. Ulanbekov's consistent performance in matches could be crucial against Maksum's striking ability.
What time is Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum fight
Live coverage for the Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum 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 | Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 01:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 10:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 05:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 04:40 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event will take place on June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event will start at 01:40 PM EST.
In the flyweight category, Tagir Ulanbekov will face off against Azat Maksum. This fight is part of the undercard and consists of three rounds. The main event features Jamahal Hill versus Khalil Rountree.
Please note that the timing for this event may vary slightly due to the performance of earlier fights on the card. It's important to check local listings for precise start times in your area.
Fighters Details
Tagir Ulanbekov faces Azat Maksum in a non-title flyweight bout.
Tagir Ulanbekov
- Nationality: Russia
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 16 / 2 / 0
Tagir Ulanbekov boasts a professional record of 16 wins and 2 losses. He secured a unanimous decision victory over Clayton Carpenter, whose record stood at 8 wins and 1 loss. Ulanbekov's experience against high-caliber opponents signals his potential effectiveness in this fight. His grasp on grappling has been evident throughout his career.
Azat Maksum
- Nationality: Kazakhstan
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 16
- Record: 15 / 1 / 0
Azat Maksum enters with a record of 15 wins and 1 loss. His last bout resulted in a unanimous decision loss to Charles Johnson, who had 17 wins and 7 losses. Maksum must overcome recent setbacks to challenge Ulanbekov successfully.
Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum Betting Odds
- Favorite: Tagir Ulanbekov : 1.3 (-380)
- Underdog: Azat Maksum : 4.2 (+320)
| Method of victory | Tagir Ulanbekov | Azat Maksum |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 13.0 (+1200) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.8 (-125) | 5.5 (+450) |
How and where to watch the Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum Fight
You can watch Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum Fight Card
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree
- Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes
- Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev
- Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai
- Nazim Sadykhov vs Nikolas Motta
- Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad
- Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum
- Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park
- Melissa Mullins vs Darya Zheleznyakova
- Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman
- Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott
- Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula
