UFC Fight Night 245: Nicolau vs Almabaev - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Matheus Nicolau and Asu Almabaev will face each other in a flyweight contest at UFC Fight Night 245 in Las Vegas, held at the UFC Apex. This encounter features two experienced fighters aiming to advance their positions in the flyweight rankings.

Nicolau, from Brazil, stepped into professional MMA back in 2010 and enjoys a solid track record with nineteen wins. His latest bout ended in a loss against Alex Perez via knockout. Almabaev, hailing from Kazakhstan, began his professional journey in 2011 and has gathered twenty wins so far; he won his last fight by unanimous decision over Jose Johnson.

What time is Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev fight

Live coverage for the Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev main card will start at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024	04:00 PM	05:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024	01:00 PM	02:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024	08:00 PM	09:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024	07:00 AM	08:40 AM

UFC Fight Night 245 takes place on October 19, 2024, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 5:40 PM EST. It features a flyweight bout between Nicolau and Almabaev as part of the undercard. The main event will see Anthony Hernandez face Michel Pereira.

Please note that the ring walk time for Nicolau vs Almabaev might change depending on how long earlier fights last. This can happen if earlier bouts end quickly or take longer than expected.

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

Fighters Details

Matheus Nicolau will face off against Asu Almabaev in a flyweight contest at UFC Fight Night 245.

Matheus Nicolau

• Nationality: Brazil
• Height: 168 cm
• Weight: 56.7 kg
• Total Fights: 24
• Record: 19 / 4 / 1

Matheus Nicolau has a record of 19 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw. His recent loss to Alex Perez by KO suggests potential vulnerabilities to strong strikers as he prepares for another powerful opponent. Given Perez's record and the ending of Nicolau's previous fight, facing Almabaev who has fewer KOs might offer an opportunity for a more strategic battle on Nicolau’s end.

Asu Almabaev

• Nationality: Kazakhstan
• Height: 163 cm
• Weight: 56.7 kg
• Total Fights: 22
• Record: 20 / 2 / 0

Asu Almabaev enters the ring with a record of 20 wins and just 2 losses, demonstrating strong resilience in the flyweight category. His last win by decision over Jose Johnson highlights his endurance and tactical prowess. Observing Johnson’s taller stance may shift focus on how Almabaev adapts against shorter fighters like Nicolau, potentially leading to strategically exploiting reach advantages in clinches and at range.

How and where to watch the Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev Fight

You can watch Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev Fight Card

• Anthony Hernandez vs Michel Pereira
• Rob Font vs Kyler Phillips
• Charles Johnson vs Su Mudaerji
• Darren Elkins vs Daniel Pineda
• Matheus Nicolau vs Asu Almabaev
• Brad Katona vs Jean Matsumoto
• Joselyne Edwards vs Tamires Vidal
• Jessica Penne vs Elise Reed
• Melissa Martinez vs Alice Ardelean
• Austen Lane vs Robelis Despaigne