UFC on ABC 9: Almabayev vs Ochoa - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Asu Almabayev from Kazakhstan and Jose Ochoa from Peru are set to fight in a flyweight bout at the Etihad Arena. This contest is part of the UFC on ABC 9 event happening on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

Almabayev has been professional since 2013, boasting 21 wins in his career but coming off a TKO loss to Manel Kape in March. Ochoa began his pro career later with a sharp record of eight wins, most recently achieving a knockout victory against Cody Durden in June.

What time is Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa fight

Live coverage for the Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa main card will start at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	12:00 PM	01:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	09:00 AM	10:00 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	04:00 PM	05:00 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, July 27, 2025	03:00 AM	04:00 AM

The UFC on ABC 9 event will take place on July 26, 2025, at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The event starts at 01:00 PM EST. Please note that the start time may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights.

The undercard features a flyweight bout between Almabayev and Ochoa. This fight is not the main event but is part of an exciting lineup leading up to the headline fight between Robert Whittaker and Reinier de Ridder.

To ensure you don't miss any action, check your local time zone against the provided start time. Remember that ring walk times can change based on how long other fights last.

Fighters Details

Asu Almabayev will face Jose Ochoa in a Flyweight bout at UFC on ABC 9.

Asu Almabayev

Nationality: Kazakhstan
Height: 163 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 24
Record: 21 / 3 / 0

Asu Almabayev, known as "Zulfikhar," hails from Kazakhstan and has recorded 21 wins with 3 being by knockout. His last fight resulted in a loss by TKO against Manel Kape, who holds an impressive record with 21 wins and 13 KOs. Given Kape's credentials and Almabayev's experience, the upcoming fight presents a challenging opportunity for redemption against Ochoa.

Jose Ochoa

Nationality: Peru
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 9
Record: 8 / 1 / 0

Jose Ochoa, “Kalzifer,” from Peru stands undefeated with only one loss and impressive 7 out of his 8 wins by knockout. He recently triumphed over Cody Durden with a KO victory; Durden has considerable experience but fewer KO victories compared to Ochoa. Combined with recent form, Ochoa enters this match looking formidable.

How and where to watch the Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa Fight

You can watch Asu Almabayev vs Jose Ochoa via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN
UK and Ireland	TNT Sports Box Office

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