UFC on ABC 8: Naurdiev vs Yong Park - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Ismail Naurdiev from Austria will fight South Korea’s Jun Yong Park at the Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan. Both are competing in a middleweight match on the UFC on ABC 8 undercard, part of Hill vs. Rountree.

Naurdiev turned pro and quickly emerged, accumulating a record of 24 wins with 12 by knockout, compared to 7 losses. His latest victory came via unanimous decision against Bruno Silva. Park turned professional later than Naurdiev and stands firm with 18 wins and just six defeats. He recently triumphed over Brad Tavares via split decision.

What time is Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park fight

Live coverage for the Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park 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	Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	12:00 PM	01:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	09:00 AM	10:20 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 21, 2025	04:00 PM	05:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 22, 2025	03:00 AM	04:20 AM

The UFC on ABC 8 event takes place on June 21, 2025, at Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The fights start at 01:20 PM EST. This event features a middleweight bout between Ismail Naurdiev and Jun Yong Park. It is part of the undercard for the main event between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.

The fight consists of three rounds under UFC rules. Since it's an undercard fight, the exact time may vary depending on the length of previous matches. Fans should check local listings to confirm start times in their regions.

This event is part of the UFC's ongoing tournament series, showcasing top fighters from around the world. Viewers can expect a full day of exciting matchups leading up to the main event.

Fighters Details

Ismail Naurdiev faces Jun Yong Park in a Middleweight clash, but no belts or titles are on the line.

Ismail Naurdiev

Nationality: Austria
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 31
Record: 24 / 7 / 0

Ismail Naurdiev, known as "The Austrian Wonderboy," boasts a record of 24 wins and 7 losses. He recently secured a win through a unanimous decision over Bruno Silva. Silva had an impressive knockout record but lacked durability. Based on Naurdiev's past performance, he shows strong resilience and striking ability.

Jun Yong Park

Nationality: South Korea
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 24
Record: 18 / 6 / 0

Jun Yong Park has an 18-6 fight record and is nicknamed "The Iron Turtle." He won by split decision against Brad Tavares. Given Tavares' experience and knockout power, Park's ability to win speaks to his determination and strategy.

Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Betting Odds

Underdog: Ismail Naurdiev : 2.6 (+160)
Favorite: Jun Yong Park : 1.6 (-180)

Method of victory	Ismail Naurdiev	Jun Yong Park
By KO/TKO or disqualification	6.0 (+500)	5.5 (+450)
By decision or technical decision	4.0 (+300)	2.5 (+150)

How and where to watch the Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Fight

You can watch Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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