Overview
- Erceg is set to face Ramazan Temirov in the co‑main event at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, July 25, 2026, with the fight streaming live on Paramount+.
- The Australian arrives on a two‑fight winning streak after decision wins over Ode’ Osbourne and Tim Elliott and says a change in mindset — stopping ‘fighting not to lose’ — has driven his recent improvement.
- Temirov brings an 11‑fight winning streak, notable power and explosive footwork but has been out roughly 18 months, which raises questions about ring rust versus tactical growth.
- Pre‑fight signals are mixed: an MMA Junkie expert pick favors Erceg by decision while FanDuel betting shows public money nudging Temirov slightly ahead on the boards.
- A win would likely move Erceg closer to the top tier of the 125‑pound rankings and set up further tests against established contenders in a division where small gains matter for title positioning.