Turcios, fighting out of Houston, Texas, seeks rebound after his submission loss to Raul Rosas Jr. in June this year. On the other side, Sopai from Patos, Albania, aims to recover from a dramatic knockout by Vinicius Oliveira in March. Both fighters have shown resilience and toughness in their careers, often bouncing back strongly from defeats. This match presents each with a chance to regain momentum.
What time is Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai fight
Live coverage for the Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai 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 | Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai |
| USA and Canada (EST) | 2024-11-09 | 16:00 | 18:40 |
| USA and Canada (PT) | 2024-11-09 | 13:00 | 15:40 |
| UK and Ireland | 2024-11-09 | 21:00 | 23:40 |
| Australia | 2024-11-10 | 08:00 | 10:40 |
UFC Fight Night 247: Turcios vs Sopai will take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 09, 2024. The fight is set to start at 06:40 PM EST. This event is part of the undercard for the main event featuring Neil Magny vs Carlos Prates.
Ricky Turcios and Aiemann Sopai will compete in a three-round match in the bantamweight category. Please note that the exact time of the ring walk may vary depending on how long earlier fights last.
For viewers outside of Eastern Standard Time, check the start times table for your local area to ensure you don’t miss the fight.
Fighters Details
Ricky Turcios faces Bernardo Sopai in a bantamweight matchup during UFC Fight Night 247. No titles are on the line.
Ricky Turcios
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 16
- Record: 12 / 4 / 0
Ricky Turcios, with a professional record of 12 wins and 4 losses, recently suffered a submission defeat to Raul Rosas Jr., a successful young fighter. Considering the high finish rate of Turcios' past opponents, his resilience and striking ability make this matchup intriguing against Sopai’s aggressive style.
Bernardo Sopai
- Nationality: Albania
- Height: 168 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 11 / 3 / 0
Bernardo Sopai enters the cage with an overall record of 11 wins and 3 losses, including a recent knockout loss from Vinicius Oliveira. Known for his knockout power, Sopai facing Turcios may present challenges given Ricky's previous encounters typically extend to decision or late finishes.
Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai Betting Odds
- Underdog: Ricky Turcios : 3.9 (+285)
- Favorite: Benardo Sopaj : 1.3 (-325)
| Method of victory | Ricky Turcios | Benardo Sopaj |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 10.0 (+900) | 4.4 (+340) |
| By decision or technical decision | 7.5 (+650) | 2.1 (+110) |
How and where to watch the Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai Fight
You can watch Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai Fight Card
- Neil Magny vs Carlos Prates
- Cody Garbrandt vs Miles Johns
- Karolina Kowalkiewicz vs Denise Gomes
- Ricky Turcios vs Bernardo Sopai
- Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert
- Luana Pinheiro vs Gillian Robertson
- Mansur Abdul-Malik vs Dusko Todorovic
- Matthew Semelsberger vs Charlie Radtke
- Cody Stamann vs Da'Mon Blackshear
- Melissa Mullins vs Klaudia Sygula
- Gaston Bolanos vs Cortavious Romious
- Tresean Gore vs Antonio Trocoli