Get ready for a welterweight clash at UFC on ABC 8 in Baku, Azerbaijan, as South Korea`s Seok Hyeon Ko (known as `KO`) takes on Wales` Oban Elliott (`The Welsh Gangster`). This exciting bout is part of the undercard leading up to the main event featuring Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree, with both fighters aiming to impress.
Seok Hyeon Ko boasts a professional record of 11 wins, including 6 by knockout. His recent unanimous decision victory over Igor Cavalcanti highlights his consistent form. Oban Elliott enters the fight with confidence following his latest win via knockout against Bassil Hafez, bringing his total professional wins to 12. Both fighters have momentum.
What time is Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott fight
The main card, including the Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott fight, is scheduled to begin live at 12:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for start times across different regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM | 12:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:20 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 03:20 AM |
UFC on ABC 8 is happening today, June 21, 2025, live from the Baku Crystal Hall in Baku, Azerbaijan. The event kicks off at 12:20 PM EST. Ko vs. Elliott is a welterweight feature on the undercard, preceding the main event between Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree.
Keep in mind that the actual start time for any specific fight can shift depending on how long the previous fights last. It`s always best to check your local time zone and tune in slightly early to catch the action live.
How and where to watch the Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott Fight
The Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott fight is available for live streaming.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott Betting Odds
- Underdog: Seokhyeon Ko : 4.7 (+370)
- Favorite: Oban Elliott : 1.2 (-480)
| Method of victory | Seokhyeon Ko | Oban Elliott |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 8.5 (+750) | 4.2 (+325) |
| By decision or technical decision | 10.0 (+900) | 2.2 (+120) |
Betting odds position Oban Elliott as the strong favorite for this matchup. He is listed at 1.2 (-480), meaning a significant wager is needed for a smaller return, reflecting high confidence in his win. Seok Hyeon Ko is the clear underdog at 4.7 (+370), offering a larger payout if he secures an upset. Looking at method of victory, Elliott is favored to win by KO/TKO (4.2 / +325), indicating confidence in his finishing power, while Ko winning by knockout has longer odds (8.5 / +750). Elliott is also favored to win by decision (2.2 / +120) compared to Ko (10.0 / +900). Overall, the odds strongly favor an Oban Elliott victory.
Fighters Details
Seok Hyeon Ko
- Nationality: South Korea
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 77.1 kg
- Total Fights: 13
- Record: 11 / 2 / 0
Oban Elliott
- Nationality: Wales
- Height: 180 cm
- Weight: 77.1 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 12 / 2 / 0
Seok Hyeon Ko vs Oban Elliott 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
