A lightweight clash between Tofiq Musayev and Myktybek Orolbai is scheduled for the undercard of UFC on ABC 8. This bout is set to take place at the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan, as part of an exciting fight night.
Tofiq Musayev enters the fight following a knockout win over Koji Takeda. The experienced Azerbaijani fighter boasts a strong professional record of 22 wins and 5 losses. Myktybek Orolbai`s recent outing resulted in a split decision loss to Mateusz Rebecki. Despite being younger and having fewer professional bouts, Orolbai is recognized for his striking abilities.
Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Start Times
Live coverage for the Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai portion of the event will start at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below for approximate times in different regions. The overall UFC on ABC 8 event takes place today, June 21, 2025, at Baku Crystal Hall.
| 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 main event features Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree. Note that ring walk times can change depending on how long earlier fights last. Check local listings to avoid missing the action.
How to Watch Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai
In the USA, you can watch Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai live via ESPN+.
Tofiq Musayev vs Myktybek Orolbai Betting Odds
- Tofiq Musayev (Underdog) : 2.4 (+140)
- Myktybek Orolbai (Favorite) : 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) |
Myktybek Orolbai is currently the favorite with odds around 1.7 (-150), while Tofiq Musayev is listed as the underdog at 2.4 (+140). For a win by knockout, Musayev offers higher potential returns at 4.0 (+295), compared to Orolbai at 6.0 (+500). A decision victory for Orolbai is valued at 3.3 (+230), whereas a decision win for Musayev provides the highest payout at 6.0 (+500). These odds suggest a potentially competitive fight with varying rewards depending on the outcome and fighter.
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
UFC on ABC 8 Full 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
