Curtis `Razor` Blaydes is scheduled to face Rizvan Kuniev tonight at the Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan. This heavyweight bout is featured on the undercard of UFC on ABC 8.
Blaydes turned professional in 2014 and currently holds a record of 18 wins and 5 losses. His most recent fight resulted in a knockout loss against England`s Tom Aspinall. With a history of securing most victories via knockout, Blaydes remains a formidable opponent. Kuniev`s strong wrestling background could potentially test Blaydes` stamina. Blaydes will need to remain vigilant tonight to counter Kuniev’s aggressive striking style.
When to Watch the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Fight
Live coverage for the UFC on ABC 8 main card, including the Blaydes vs. Kuniev fight, is set to begin at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Please refer to the table below to find the corresponding start time in your local region.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 03:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 07:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 06:00 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event is scheduled for today, June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event`s action is expected to commence at 3:00 PM EST.
Curtis Blaydes will face Rizvan Kuniev in a heavyweight contest on the undercard. The main event of the night features a matchup between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.
Please note that the fight schedule is subject to change depending on the duration of earlier bouts on the card. Ring walk times can vary, so it is advisable to stay updated.
How to Watch the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Fight
You can watch the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev fight live via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Betting Odds for Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev
- Favorite: Curtis Blaydes : 1.4 (-225)
- Underdog: Rizvan Kuniev : 3.2 (+220)
| Method of victory | Curtis Blaydes | Rizvan Kuniev |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 2.5 (+145) | 7.0 (+600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 3.2 (+220) | 6.2 (+525) |
According to the current odds, Curtis Blaydes is favored to win with odds of 1.4 (-225), indicating he is the likely victor. Rizvan Kuniev is listed as the underdog at 3.2 (+220), offering a higher potential payout if he were to win. Blaydes is considered more probable to win by KO/TKO/DQ at 2.5 (+145) compared to Kuniev`s odds of 7.0 (+600) for the same outcome. If the fight goes the distance to a decision, Blaydes is still favored at 3.2 (+220) over Kuniev at 6.2 (+525). While betting on Kuniev offers potentially higher returns, the odds generally suggest Blaydes has a stronger probability of winning the fight overall.
Fighter Details
Curtis Blaydes
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 193 cm
- Weight: 118.8 kg
- Total Fights: 23
- Record: 18 / 5 / 0
Rizvan Kuniev
- Nationality: Russia
- Height: 193 cm
- Weight: 120.2 kg
- Total Fights: 15
- Record: 12 / 2 / 1
Full Fight Card for UFC on ABC 8
- 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
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