Tofiq Musayev and Myktybek Orolbai are set to clash in a lightweight bout on the undercard of UFC on ABC 8. This fight will be held at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan, as part of an exciting night of mixed martial arts action that fans will want to witness.
Musayev enters the octagon fresh off a knockout victory against Koji Takeda, holding a professional record of 22 wins and 5 losses. His opponent, Orolbai, is coming off a split decision defeat to Mateusz Rebecki. While Orolbai is significantly younger and less experienced, his striking capabilities are noteworthy.
When Does the Musayev vs. Orolbai Fight Start?
Live coverage for UFC on ABC 8, which includes the Tofiq Musayev vs. Myktybek Orolbai bout on the main card, is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below for start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 02:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 11:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 06:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 05:40 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event is scheduled for June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The overall event is expected to commence around 02:40 PM EST, featuring preliminary and undercard bouts leading up to the main card, including the Musayev vs. Orolbai fight. The main event will feature Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree. Please note that specific ring walk times are approximate and can change based on the duration of earlier fights. Always verify local start times to ensure you catch the action.
How and Where to Watch Musayev vs. Orolbai
The Tofiq Musayev vs. Myktybek Orolbai fight can be watched live on ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Musayev vs. Orolbai Betting Odds
- Underdog: Tofiq Musayev : 2.4 (+140)
- Favorite: Myktybek Orolbai : 1.7 (-150)
| Method of victory | Tofiq Musayev | Myktybek Orolbai |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 4.0 (+295) | 6.0 (+500) |
| By decision or technical decision | 6.0 (+500) | 3.3 (+230) |
According to the betting odds, Myktybek Orolbai is the favorite at 1.7 (-150), while Tofiq Musayev is the underdog at 2.4 (+140). A knockout victory for Musayev offers a potential return of 4.0 (+295), whereas an Orolbai win by decision is valued at 3.3 (+230). A decision win for Musayev provides the highest odds at 6.0 (+500). This matchup presents various opportunities for bettors depending on their risk appetite.
Fighter Details
Tofiq Musayev
- Nationality: Azerbaijan
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 70.3 kg
- Total Fights: 27
- Record: 22 / 5 / 0
Myktybek Orolbai
- Nationality: Kyrgyzstan
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 72.1 kg
- Total Fights: 16
- Record: 13 / 2 / 1
Full UFC on ABC 8 Fight Card
- 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
