UFC Fight Night 242 - Burns vs. Brady: Garcia vs Nelson - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Steve Garcia will face Kyle Nelson in a featherweight match at UFC Fight Night 242 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This bout serves as part of the undercard leading up to the main event featuring Gilbert Burns against Sean Brady.

Both fighters enter the ring with strong records, marked by recent victories that have shaped their careers. Garcia secured a win against Seung Woo Choi by TKO last July, showcasing his striking capability. Meanwhile, Nelson also claimed victory through a TKO against Bill Algeo in March, proving his resilience and attacking strategy.

What time is Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson fight

Live coverage for the Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson main card will start at 07:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024	07:00 PM	09:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024	04:00 PM	06:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024	11:00 PM	01:40 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024	10:00 AM	12:40 PM

UFC Fight Night 242 - Burns vs. Brady will take place on September 07, 2024, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 09:40 PM EST. One of the undercard fights features Garcia vs Nelson in a featherweight bout scheduled for three rounds.

Please note that the ring walk times may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. This means if earlier bouts end quickly, subsequent fights might start sooner than planned.

For viewers outside the Eastern Standard Time zone, check the start times listed for your region to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Steve Garcia will be fighting Kyle Nelson at UFC Fight Night 242 in a featured featherweight bout. No titles are on the line for this contest.

Steve Garcia

Nationality: United States
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 65.8 kg
Total Fights: 21
Record: 16 / 5 / 0

Steve Garcia, fighting out of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, holds a professional record of 16 wins, 13 by knockout, against 5 losses. He last secured a TKO win over Seung Woo Choi in July 2024. Given his high knockout rate compared to Kyle's previous opponents like Bill Algeo, Garcia's aggressive style may prove challenging for Nelson.

Kyle Nelson

Nationality: Canada
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 65.8 kg
Total Fights: 22
Record: 16 / 5 / 1

Canadian fighter Kyle Nelson has matched up equally with a record of 16 wins and 5 losses, boasting 6 knockouts. He recently defeated Bill Algeo via TKO in March 2024. Nelson's performance against formidable rivals shows he may handle Garcia’s power well, making their upcoming fight potentially closely contested.

Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson Betting Odds

Favorite: Steve Garcia : 1.6 (-180)
Underdog: Kyle Nelson : 2.6 (+165)

Method of victory	Steve Garcia	Kyle Nelson
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.9 (-114)	4.0 (+300)
By decision or technical decision	10.5 (+950)	9.5 (+850)

How and where to watch the Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson Fight

You can watch Steve Garcia vs Kyle Nelson via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN
UK and Ireland	TNT Sports Box Office

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