Brian Ortega and Diego Lopes will fight at The Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada, making up a notable featherweight bout on the UFC 306 undercard. The event supports the night's main draw between Sean O’Malley and Merab Dvalishvili.
Ortega enters the ring with a nearly flawless record of 16-3, recently securing a submission victory over Yair Rodriguez with an arm-triangle choke. Lopes brings more bouts under his belt at 25-6, recently taking a decision win against Dan Ige. Considering Ortega's dominance in submission and Lopes' ability to manage fights into later rounds, this matchup signals a crucial test for both fighters’ skill sets in their first meeting.
What time is Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes fight
Live coverage for the Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes main card will start at 07:30 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 | 07:30 PM | 09:50 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 | 04:30 PM | 06:50 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 | 11:30 PM | 01:50 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 | 10:30 AM | 12:50 PM |
UFC 306 takes place on September 14, 2024, at The Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 9:50 PM EST. This UFC night features several fights, including the featherweight bout between Ortega and Lopes. Note that the ring walk times might vary depending on how long earlier fights last.
This fight is part of the undercard with Sean O'Malley facing Merab Dvalishvili in the main event. Viewers should check the start times for their specific time zones to ensure they don't miss any action.
Fighters Details
Brian Ortega will face Diego Lopes in a non-title Featherweight bout at UFC 306.
Brian Ortega
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 175 cm
- Weight: 70.3 kg
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 16 / 3 / 0
Ortega, a seasoned fighter from the United States, holds a professional record of 16 wins and 3 losses. His last victory came through a submission against Yair Rodriguez, showcasing his strong grappling skills. Lopes, moving down from Welterweight, might find Ortega’s experience in lower weight divisions challenging.
Diego Lopes
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 180 cm
- Weight: 73.0 kg
- Total Fights: 31
- Record: 25 / 6 / 0
Diego Lopes from Brazil boasts an impressive record with 25 wins and 6 losses. His unanimous decision win over Dan Ige reflects his endurance and skill in striking. Transitioning to a lighter class, he could leverage his size against Ortega.
Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes Betting Odds
- Underdog: Brian Ortega : 2.6 (+160)
- Favorite: Diego Lopes : 1.6 (-180)
| Method of victory | Brian Ortega | Diego Lopes |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 8.0 (+700) | 4.1 (+310) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.8 (+375) | 3.3 (+230) |
How and where to watch the Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes Fight
You can watch Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes Fight Card
- Sean O'Malley vs Merab Dvalishvili
- Alexa Grasso vs Valentina Shevchenko
- Brian Ortega vs Diego Lopes
- Daniel Zellhuber vs Esteban Ribovics
- Ronaldo Rodriguez vs Ode Osbourne
- Irene Aldana vs Norma Dumont
- Manuel Torres vs Ignacio Bahamondes
- Yazmin Jauregui vs Ketlen Souza
- Edgar Chairez vs Joshua Van
- Raul Rosas Jr. vs Qileng Aori
