Christian Rodriguez squares off against Melquizael Costa in a three-round featherweight bout at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. Both fighters aim to prove their skills on the undercard of UFC on ESPN 64, where survival in the octagon defines success.
Rodriguez turns pro after December 17, 1997. He boasts a record with 12 wins and only two losses. He recently secured victory over Austin Bashi, dominating via unanimous decision last January. Costa's extensive experience includes 22 wins and seven losses since turning pro post-September 14, 1996. He impressed by executing a guillotine choke against Andre Fili last month.
Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa Betting Odds
- Favorite: Christian Rodriguez : 1.6 (-162)
- Underdog: Melquizael Costa : 2.4 (+142)
| Method of victory | Christian Rodriguez | Melquizael Costa |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 12.5 (+1150) | 11.5 (+1050) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.5 (+145) | 4.1 (+310) |
Christian Rodriguez enters the fight as the favorite with odds at 1.6 (-162). This means betting $162 returns $100 if he wins. Melquizael Costa, the underdog, offers a chance to win more with odds at 2.4 (+142). A bet of $100 on Costa can return $142 profit if victorious.
Rodriguez's path to victory is likely by decision at 2.5 (+145). For bettors eyeing a surprise knockout or DQ win, his odds stand at 12.5 (+1150). Meanwhile, Costa's odds of winning by KO are slightly better at 11.5 (+1050), yet less favored by decision at 4.1 (+310).
What time is Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa fight
Live coverage for the Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa main card will start at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, March 30, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:20 AM |
How and where to watch the Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa Fight
You can watch Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | TNT Sports Box Office |
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