Curtis `Razor` Blaydes is scheduled to face Rizvan Kuniev tonight at the Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan. This heavyweight contest is featured on the undercard of UFC on ABC 8.
Blaydes turned professional in 2014 and holds a record of 18 wins and five losses. His most recent fight ended in a knockout defeat to England`s Tom Aspinall. Known for securing most of his victories via knockout, Curtis remains a challenging opponent for Kuniev, whose strong wrestling skills could potentially test Blaydes` stamina. Blaydes will need to remain alert tonight to counter Kuniev`s aggressive striking style.
What Time is the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Fight?
Live broadcast coverage for UFC on ABC 8, including the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev fight, is scheduled to begin with the main card at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Estimated Blaydes vs. Kuniev Ring Walk Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 03:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 07:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 06:00 AM |
The UFC on ABC 8 event is happening today, June 21, 2025, at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The action is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM EST.
Curtis Blaydes is set to fight Rizvan Kuniev in a heavyweight contest. This specific bout is part of the undercard. The main event features Jamahal Hill against Khalil Rountree.
Please note that the overall schedule may be subject to change depending on the duration of previous fights. Keep an eye on the timings as estimated ring walk times can vary.
How and Where to Watch the Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Fight
You can watch the fight between Curtis Blaydes and Rizvan Kuniev via ESPN+.
| Region | Live Stream |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Betting Odds
- Favorite: Curtis Blaydes (Odds: 1.4 / -225)
- Underdog: Rizvan Kuniev (Odds: 3.2 / +220)
| Method of Victory | Curtis Blaydes | Rizvan Kuniev |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 2.5 (+145) | 7.0 (+600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 3.2 (+220) | 6.2 (+525) |
According to the odds, Curtis Blaydes is the favored fighter at 1.4 (-225), suggesting he is the predicted winner. Rizvan Kuniev is the underdog at 3.2 (+220). Blaydes has a higher probability of winning by KO/TKO/DQ with odds of 2.5 (+145) compared to Kuniev`s 7.0 (+600). If the fight goes to a decision, Blaydes is still favored at 3.2 (+220) over Kuniev at 6.2 (+525). While betting on Kuniev offers higher potential returns, the odds clearly favor a Blaydes victory.
Fighter Details
Curtis Blaydes
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 193 cm
- Weight: 118.8 kg
- Total Fights: 23
- Record: 18 / 5 / 0
Rizvan Kuniev
- Nationality: Russia
- Height: 193 cm
- Weight: 120.2 kg
- Total Fights: 15
- Record: 12 / 2 / 1
UFC on ABC 8 Fight Card
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree
- 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
