Prepare for a bantamweight clash at UFC on ABC 8 in Baku, Azerbaijan, as Irina Alekseeva faces off against Klaudia Sygula. Both competitors are eager to secure a win and bounce back from recent losses in this scheduled three-round bout.
Irina Alekseeva, known by the moniker `Russian Ronda,` began her professional mixed martial arts career in 2018. She currently holds a professional record of five wins and two defeats. Her most recent outing in October 2023 resulted in a unanimous decision loss to England`s Melissa Mullins. On the other side, Poland`s Klaudia Sygula turned pro in 2019 and has a record of six wins and two losses. Notably, Sygula also suffered a defeat against Melissa Mullins, losing by TKO in November 2024.
Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Fight Start Time
The main card for UFC on ABC 8, featuring the Alekseeva vs Sygula fight, is set to commence at 12:00 PM EST. Below is a table indicating the start time across 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 | 12:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 03:00 AM |
The event is scheduled for June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. This card is headlined by Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree.
The Alekseeva vs Sygula bantamweight bout is part of the undercard. As fight times can vary based on the duration of preceding matches, fans should monitor the live event for precise timing and consult local time zones.
Fighter Details
Irina Alekseeva takes on Klaudia Sygula in a bantamweight non-title fight at UFC on ABC 8: Hill vs. Rountree.
Irina Alekseeva
- Nationality: Russia
- Height: 173 cm (5`8″)
- Weight: 61.2 kg (135 lbs)
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 5 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws (5-2-0)
Irina `Russian Ronda` Alekseeva holds a record of 5 wins and 2 losses. Her recent unanimous decision loss came against Melissa Mullins, a fighter with a solid 7-win record including 4 by knockout. While experienced, Alekseeva may face challenges against powerful strikers.
Klaudia Sygula
- Nationality: Poland
- Height: 173 cm (5`8″)
- Weight: 61.2 kg (135 lbs)
- Total Fights: 8
- Record: 6 wins, 2 losses, 0 draws (6-2-0)
Klaudia Sygula enters the fight with a record of 6 wins and 2 losses. Her last performance was a TKO loss to the same formidable opponent, Melissa Mullins. Sygula`s record suggests she is well-matched against fighters with a style similar to Alekseeva`s.
Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Betting Odds
According to current betting lines:
- 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 to Watch the Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula Fight
The fight between Irina Alekseeva and Klaudia Sygula can be viewed via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
UFC on ABC 8 Full Fight Card
Here is the current fight card for UFC on ABC 8:
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree (Light Heavyweight)
- Rafael Fiziev vs Ignacio Bahamondes (Lightweight)
- Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev (Heavyweight)
- Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai (Lightweight)
- Nazim Sadykhov vs Nikolas Motta (Lightweight)
- Muhammadjon Naimov vs Bogdan Grad (Featherweight)
- Tagir Ulanbekov vs Azat Maksum (Flyweight)
- Ismail Naurdiev vs Jun Yong Park (Middleweight)
- Melissa Mullins vs Darya Zheleznyakova (Women`s Bantamweight)
- Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman (Heavyweight)
- Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott (Welterweight)
- Irina Alekseeva vs Klaudia Sygula (Women`s Bantamweight)
