Heavyweight fighters Hamdy `The Hammer` Abdelwahab and Mohammed `The Motor` Usman are scheduled to compete on the undercard of UFC on ABC 8. The event is taking place at Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. Both athletes are aiming to enhance their position within the heavyweight division.
Abdelwahab holds an undefeated record with six victories, including five knockouts since beginning his professional career. His recent split decision win against Jamal Pogues demonstrated his tenacity. Usman enters the bout with a 10-4 record, coming off a loss to Thomas Petersen, but his aggressive style makes him a challenging opponent.
Fight Timing: Abdelwahab vs Usman
The live coverage for the UFC on ABC 8 main card, which includes the Abdelwahab vs Usman fight, starts at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. The approximate time for Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman to walk to the ring is around 12:40 PM EST. Note that the precise time can shift based on the duration of preceding fights on the card.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Abdelwahab vs Usman Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 12:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 03:40 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event is set for today, June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The overall event features Jamahal Hill vs. Khalil Rountree in the main event.
The heavyweight clash between Hamdy Abdelwahab and Mohammed Usman is part of the preliminary or undercard portion and is scheduled for three rounds. Keep in mind that the exact fight start time is dependent on how long the fights before it last, so ring walk times are estimates.
Check the provided start times for your region to make sure you don`t miss this heavyweight matchup.
Where to Watch Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman
You can watch the fight between Hamdy Abdelwahab and Mohammed Usman via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN |
Betting Odds: Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman
- Favorite: Hamdy Abdelwahab : 1.6 (-160)
- Underdog: Mohammed Usman : 2.4 (+142)
| Method of Victory | Hamdy Abdelwahab | Mohammed Usman |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.0 (+500) | 6.0 (+500) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.3 (+130) | 4.0 (+300) |
The odds favor Hamdy Abdelwahab at 1.6 (-160). This means a $160 wager on Abdelwahab would yield a $100 profit if he wins. Mohammed Usman is listed as the underdog at 2.4 (+142), offering a higher return on a winning bet. Both fighters have equal odds (6.0 or +500) for winning by KO/TKO. For a victory by decision, Abdelwahab`s odds are 2.3 (+130), while Usman`s are 4.0 (+300), suggesting Abdelwahab is more likely to win on the scorecards if it goes the distance. Both heavyweights possess similar knockout potential according to these odds.
Fighters Details
Hamdy Abdelwahab
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 117.9 kg
- Total Fights: 6
- Record: 6 / 0 / 0 (Wins / Losses / Draws)
Mohammed Usman
- Nationality: Nigeria
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 107.5 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 10 / 4 / 0 (Wins / Losses / Draws)
UFC on ABC 8 Full 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
