Ismail `The Austrian Wonderboy` Naurdiev is set to face Jun Yong `The Iron Turtle` Park in a middleweight clash as part of the UFC on ABC 8 event. The bout takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, at the Baku Crystal Hall, featuring prominently on the undercard headlined by Hill vs. Rountree.
Naurdiev, representing Austria with a record of 24 wins and seven losses, recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Bruno Silva. Known for his striking power, many of his wins come by knockout. His opponent, Park from South Korea, holds 18 victories against six defeats and is coming off a split decision win against Brad Tavares.
Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Fight Start Time
The live broadcast for UFC on ABC 8, including the main card featuring the Naurdiev vs. Park fight, is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM EST. Consult the table below to determine the start time in your specific time zone.
| 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 is scheduled for today, June 21, 2025, originating from Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event start time is set for 01:20 PM EST.
Ismail Naurdiev`s middleweight bout against Jun Yong Park is part of the preliminary card leading up to the main event between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree. The exact time for Naurdiev vs. Park`s ring walk is subject to change based on how long the preceding fights last.
Viewers are advised to verify local broadcasting listings for precise start times in their area, as time zones significantly impact viewing schedules. The provided table serves as a guide for timings across various regions.
How and Where to Watch Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park
The Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park fight is available for streaming via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming Platform |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN |
Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park Betting Odds
According to current odds, Jun Yong Park is the favorite in this matchup.
- Ismail Naurdiev (Underdog): 2.5 (+155)
- Jun Yong Park (Favorite): 1.6 (-175)
Park`s odds of 1.6 (-175) indicate he is expected to win in roughly two out of three contests based on betting probabilities. Naurdiev, the underdog, has odds of 2.5 (+155) for a potential victory.
| Method of victory | Ismail Naurdiev | Jun Yong Park |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.1 (+510) | 7.0 (+600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.8 (+375) | 2.8 (+180) |
Breaking down victory methods, Park has better odds to win by decision at 2.8 (+180), suggesting many predict the fight will go the distance in his favor. Naurdiev`s odds for a decision win are longer at 4.8 (+375).
Winning by knockout carries longer odds for both fighters: Naurdiev at 6.1 (+510) and Park at 7.0 (+600), indicating that oddsmakers don`t widely anticipate a finish via strikes in this particular bout.
Fighters Details
Ismail Naurdiev
- Nationality: Austria
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 31
- Record: 24 Wins / 7 Losses / 0 Draws
Jun Yong Park
- Nationality: South Korea
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 24
- Record: 18 Wins / 6 Losses / 0 Draws
UFC on ABC 8 Fight Card
The full fight card for the event includes:
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree (Main Event)
- 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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