What time is UFC on ABC 9 Tonight? Aslan vs Elekana - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Ibo Aslan from Istanbul and Billy Elekana from California are gearing up to compete in a three-round fight at UFC on ABC 9 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi. This undercard event will determine who rises in the Light Heavyweight division ahead of the main event Whittaker vs. de Ridder.

Aslan, born in 1996, is known for his striking power with all of his 14 wins by knockout. However, he fell to Ion Cutelaba by submission earlier this year. Elekana, younger by a year, shares a similar fate after his loss to Bogdan Guskov via submission.

What time is Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana fight

Live coverage for the Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana 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	Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	12:00 PM	01:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	09:00 AM	10:20 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, July 26, 2025	04:00 PM	05:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, July 27, 2025	03:00 AM	04:20 AM

The UFC on ABC 9 event takes place today, July 26, 2025, at the Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The event starts at 01:20 PM EST.

Aslan vs. Elekana is part of the undercard and will feature in a light heavyweight bout. This fight consists of three rounds and is not the main event. The main event features Robert Whittaker against Reinier de Ridder.

Please note that the timing for Aslan vs. Elekana may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. It's important to keep this in mind as ring walk times can change based on the performance of preceding bouts.

For viewers around the world, please refer to your local listings or time zone conversions to ensure you catch the fights live.

How and where to watch the Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana Fight

You can watch Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

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

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Ibo Aslan vs Billy Elekana Betting Odds

Favorite: Ibo Aslan : 1.4 (-278)
Underdog: Billy Elekana : 3.5 (+245)

Method of victory	Ibo Aslan	Billy Elekana
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.7 (-150)	8.5 (+750)
By decision or technical decision	8.0 (+700)	8.0 (+700)

In the upcoming fight, Fighter A stands as the favorite. His decimal odds sit at 1.70, translating to a moneyline of -143. Bet $143 for a chance to net a $100 profit if he wins.

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Fighter B is the underdog. His decimal odds are 2.50, with a moneyline of +150. A successful $100 bet could earn you $150. The odds show that expectations are high for Fighter A's victory. However, betting on Fighter B offers higher potential returns despite being riskier. Analyze wisely and consider your risk appetite when placing bets.