UFC Fight Night 247: de Ridder vs Meerschaert - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

At UFC Fight Night 247 in the UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Reinier de Ridder takes on Gerald Meerschaert in a middleweight division bout. Both experienced fighters step into the cage to determine who climbs higher up the ranks.

Reinier de Ridder, usually fighting in light heavyweight, now competes as a middleweight against Meerschaert. De Ridder recently secured a win through TKO against Magomedmurad Khasaev in July 2024, marking his strength with heavy-hitting capabilities. Gerald Meerschaert, on the other hand, showcases his grappling skill with a recent victory by submission against Edmen Shahbazyan in August 2024. Transitioning from different weight classes may affect De Ridder's performance due to potential challenges in speed and mobility compared to Meerschaert who is accustomed to the middleweight dynamics.

What time is Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert fight

Live coverage for the Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert 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	Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024	04:00 PM	06:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024	01:00 PM	03:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024	08:00 PM	10:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024	07:00 AM	09:20 AM

UFC Fight Night 247 takes place on November 09, 2024, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 06:20 PM EST. This fight night features a middleweight bout between Reinier de Ridder and Gerald Meerschaert as part of the undercard. The main event of the evening will see Neil Magny facing off against Carlos Prates.

Please note that the ring walk times might vary depending on how long earlier fights last. For viewers in different time zones, check the start times for your location to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Reinier de Ridder faces Gerald Meerschaert in a three-round middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night 247.

Reinier de Ridder

Nationality: Netherlands
Height: 193 cm
Weight: 93.0 kg
Total Fights: 19
Record: 17 / 2 / 0

Reinier de Ridder, originally fighting at light heavyweight, holds a record of 17 wins and only 2 losses. His last victory came via TKO against Magomedmurad Khasaev, demonstrating significant striking power. Dropping a weight class to face Meerschaert, who has more experience but lesser knockout proficiency, suggests an advantageous matchup for de Ridder due to his power and larger frame.

Gerald Meerschaert

Nationality: United States
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 54
Record: 37 / 17 / 0

Gerald Meerschaert brings extensive experience into the octagon with a record of 37 wins and 17 losses. His last win was a submission against Edmen Shahbazyan. Despite his higher number of submissions, facing de Ridder who is accustomed to heavier opponents could challenge his ground game strategy, especially given the physicality difference between their common foes in past bouts.

Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert Betting Odds

Favorite: Reinier de Ridder : 1.4 (-275)
Underdog: Gerald Meerschaert : 3.5 (+250)

Method of victory	Reinier de Ridder	Gerald Meerschaert
By KO/TKO or disqualification	6.8 (+575)	15.0 (+1400)
By decision or technical decision	3.2 (+220)	9.0 (+800)

How and where to watch the Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert Fight

You can watch Reinier de Ridder vs Gerald Meerschaert via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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