A bantamweight showdown is scheduled for UFC on ABC 8, taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, between Irina Alekseeva and Klaudia Sygula. Both fighters are aiming to secure a victory and rebound following recent losses in this planned three-round contest.
Irina Alekseeva, often referred to as `Russian Ronda,` became a professional fighter in 2018 and holds a current record of 5 wins and 2 losses. Her most recent outing in October 2023 resulted in a unanimous decision defeat against Melissa Mullins. Her opponent, Klaudia Sygula from Poland, turned professional in 2019. She has a record of 6 wins and 2 losses, and her last fight in November 2024 also ended in a loss, specifically a TKO against the same Melissa Mullins.
What time is Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula fight
The live broadcast for UFC on ABC 8, including the Alekseeva vs Sygula bout, is set to commence with the main card at 12:00 PM EST and will be available on ESPN+. Consult the table below to find the corresponding start time in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | Approx. 12:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | Approx. 09:00 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | Approx. 04:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | Approx. 03:00 AM |
UFC on ABC 8 is scheduled to take place on June 21, 2025, with the event starting at 12:00 PM EST. The venue for the event is the Baku Crystal Hall located in Baku, Azerbaijan. The main event features a bout between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.
Alekseeva and Sygula`s bantamweight fight is part of the undercard and is scheduled for three rounds. Please note that the precise start time for their fight is an estimate and may fluctuate depending on how long the preceding preliminary fights last.
Spectators should confirm the event start time based on their local time zone to avoid missing any part of the action. Keep in mind that the actual fight times can shift depending on the duration of the previous bouts on the card.
Fighters Details
Irina Alekseeva and Klaudia Sygula will face off in a bantamweight contest at UFC on ABC 8 – Hill vs. Rountree. This particular bout does not involve a championship belt.
Irina Alekseeva
- Nationality: Russia
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 5 Wins / 2 Losses / 0 Draws
Irina Alekseeva, known as the `Russian Ronda,` has a professional record of 5 wins and 2 losses. Her last fight was a unanimous decision loss to Melissa Mullins, who has a solid record including 4 wins by knockout. While experienced, Alekseeva might encounter difficulties against powerful strikers.
Klaudia Sygula
- Nationality: Poland
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 8
- Record: 6 Wins / 2 Losses / 0 Draws
Klaudia Sygula holds a professional record of 6 wins and 2 losses. Her most recent fight was a TKO loss against the same formidable opponent, Melissa Mullins. Sygula`s record indicates she is a competitive fighter, particularly well-matched against balanced opponents such as Alekseeva.
Betting Odds
According to the odds:
Favorite: Irina Alekseeva : 1.4 (-250)
Underdog: Klaudia Sygula : 3.2 (+220)
| Method of victory | Irina Alekseeva | Klaudia Sygula |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 10.0 (+900) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.2 (+120) | 4.5 (+350) |
How and where to watch the Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Fight
The fight between Irina Alekseeva and Klaudia Sygula can be watched live on ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN+ |
Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Fight Card
The full fight card for UFC on ABC 8 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
