UFC on ABC 8 – Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Mohammed Usman – Full Fight Replay Available Today

On June 20, 2025, at the dazzling Baku Crystal Hall in Azerbaijan, UFC on ABC 8 featured a high-stakes heavyweight showdown between Hamdy Abdelwahab and Mohammed Usman. Both fighters entered the Octagon with something to prove—Abdelwahab looking to remain undefeated and solidify his return from suspension, while Usman aimed to halt a two-fight skid and reestablish his trajectory in the division.

From the outset, Abdelwahab dictated the pace. Despite being the shorter and heavier man at 6’2″ and 264 pounds, he closed distance quickly and effectively, chopping at Usman’s legs and constantly pressing forward. Usman, a rangier 239-pound southpaw with a 79-inch reach, tried to create space with his jab but struggled under Abdelwahab’s pressure-heavy wrestling style and 51% striking accuracy.

In Round 1, Abdelwahab’s leg kicks and forward momentum gave him the edge, nullifying Usman’s attempts to settle into a rhythm. The second round continued much the same, with Abdelwahab mixing up body shots, clinch control, and relentless aggression. A brief eye poke paused the action, but didn’t slow his momentum. Usman fired back with a few clean right hands, but they weren’t enough to stop the Egyptian’s onslaught. Round 3 saw Abdelwahab maintain pressure and dominance, while Usman made occasional attempts from range, never fully able to turn the tide.

After three grueling rounds, the judges unanimously scored the bout 29–28 for Hamdy Abdelwahab. It was a clear statement from the Olympic wrestler turned rising UFC prospect—his wrestling, cardio, and intensity were simply too much for Usman to handle on this night.

For Abdelwahab, the win kept his undefeated record intact and elevated his standing in the heavyweight rankings. For Usman, the loss marked a third consecutive stumble and highlighted the urgency for adjustments if he’s to remain a contender.

In front of a roaring Azerbaijani crowd, this clash showcased raw power versus reach and pressure versus precision. Hamdy Abdelwahab emerged victorious by grinding out a strategic and physically taxing performance, adding another chapter to his unbeaten legacy inside the Octagon.