UFC on ABC 9: Buday vs Almeida - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Heavyweights Martin Buday and Marcus "Buchecha" Almeida are set to clash at UFC on ABC 9 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This undercard bout will give both fighters a chance to showcase their skills ahead of the main event featuring Robert Whittaker and Reinier de Ridder.

Marcus Almeida from Brazil won his last fight by Rear-Naked Choke against Amir Aliakbari in November. At 5 wins in his career, he has the upper hand in grappling due to his extensive BJJ background. Slovakian fighter Martin Buday recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Uran Satybaldiev, showcasing his stand-up strength with 15 wins.

What time is Martin Buday vs Marcus Almeida fight

Live coverage for the Martin Buday vs Marcus Almeida 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	Martin Buday vs Marcus Almeida Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	12:00 PM	12:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	09:00 AM	09:40 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	04:00 PM	04:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, July 27, 2025	03:00 AM	03:40 AM

The UFC on ABC 9 event will take place at 12:40 PM EST on July 26, 2025. It will be held at the Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The main event features Robert Whittaker against Reinier de Ridder.

The undercard includes a heavyweight fight between Buday and Almeida. This match is scheduled for three rounds. The timing of the ring walk may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last.

For viewers in different time zones, please check the table with start times for your country to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Martin Buday faces Marcus Almeida in a heavyweight bout. No belts or titles are on the line.

Martin Buday

Nationality: Slovakia
Height: 196 cm
Weight: 120.2 kg
Total Fights: 17
Record: 15 / 2 / 0

Martin Buday, representing Slovakia, has a professional record of 15 wins and 2 losses. His most recent fight ended in a unanimous decision victory against Uran Satybaldiev. Satybaldiev's record stands at 8 wins and 1 loss, with strength evident in his knockout ratio. Given Buday's superior height and weight advantage, his performance against a formidable contender like Satybaldiev suggests solid potential against Almeida.

Marcus Almeida

Nationality: Brazil
Height: 190 cm
Weight: 115.2 kg
Total Fights: 6
Record: 5 / 1 / 0

Marcus Almeida, from Brazil, boasts 5 wins with a single loss. He recently secured a submission victory over Amir Aliakbari. Aliakbari's profile includes 14 wins and notable knockout capability. Almeida employs effective submission techniques, but Buday’s larger stature and experience present challenges that Almeida needs to navigate carefully in this matchup.

How and where to watch the Martin Buday vs Marcus Almeida Fight

You can watch Martin Buday vs Marcus Almeida via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

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

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