Joel Alvarez will fight Drakkar Klose at UFC on ESPN 63 in Tampa, Florida. The lightweight bout features Spanish fighter Alvarez against American competitor Klose under the main event of Covington vs Buckley.
Joel Alvarez last won against Elves Brener using TKO in August, showing his dominance with powerful knees and punches. Drakkar Klose triumphed via unanimous decision over Joaquim Silva in May, proving his staying power in late rounds. Both fighters are working to extend their recent wins into more victories and consistent performance in today's competitive lightweight category.
What time is Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose fight
Live coverage for the Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose 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 | Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 | 07:00 PM | 08:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 | 04:00 PM | 05:40 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 | 11:00 PM | 12:40 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024 | 10:00 AM | 11:40 AM |
UFC on ESPN 63 takes place today, December 14, 2024, at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. The event starts at 08:40 PM EST. This UFC event features a lightweight bout between Alvarez and Klose as part of the undercard, with Colby Covington facing Joaquin Buckley in the main event.
Please note that the ring walk time for Alvarez vs Klose might vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Fights can end sooner or take longer than expected, which could shift the start times.
Viewers from different regions should check the start times for their specific time zones to ensure they don't miss any action.
Fighters Details
Joel Alvarez will face Drakkar Klose at UFC on ESPN 63, with no titles on the line.
Joel Alvarez
- Nationality: Spain
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 70.3 kg
- Total Fights: 24
- Record: 21 / 3 / 0
Alvarez, boasting a record of 21 wins and 3 losses, last secured a victory by TKO against Elves Brener. His impressive finish highlights his strength in striking, setting up an interesting clash with Klose who exhibits robust defense and tactical gameplay. Additionally, Klose's balanced skillset could challenge Alvarez's stand-up game.
Drakkar Klose
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 70.8 kg
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 15 / 2 / 1
Klose enters this match with a record of 15 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw. His most recent win was a unanimous decision over Joaquim Silva. He's shown resilience and strategic acumen which might counteract Alvarez’s aggressive style favorably in this lightweight bout.
How and where to watch the Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose Fight
You can watch Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | TNT Sports Box Office |
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Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose Fight Card
- Colby Covington vs Joaquin Buckley
- Cub Swanson vs Billy Quarantillo
- Manel Kape vs Bruno Silva
- Vitor Petrino vs Dustin Jacoby
- Adrian Yanez vs Daniel Marcos
- Navajo Stirling vs George Tokkos
- Michael Johnson vs Ottman Azaitar
- Joel Alvarez vs Drakkar Klose
- Sean Woodson vs Fernando Padilla
- Miles Johns vs Felipe Lima
- Miranda Maverick vs Jamey-Lyn Horth
- Davey Grant vs Ramon Taveras
- Josefine Lindgren Knutsson vs Piera Rodriguez
