UFC on ESPN 65: McKee vs Frunza - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Rhys "Skeletor" McKee faces Daniel "Tigano" Frunza in a welterweight bout at the UFC on ESPN 65 in Las Vegas. They fight on the undercard of the main event featuring Josh Emmet and Lerone Murphy at the UFC Apex.

Rhys McKee, from Ballymena, Ireland, became a professional fighter in 2013 and gained attention with his striking abilities, tallying 10 wins by KO. His recent loss was against Chidi Njokuani via split decision in a competitive match. McKee's knack for knockouts must find its mark against powerhouse Frunza.

Daniel Frunza turned pro in 2016. He accumulated 8 knockouts from 9 victories. His most recent victory over Vadym Kutsyi ended via TKO by punches, showcasing his potent striking power. With both fighters skilled in striking, their matchup promises action.

What time is Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza fight

Live coverage for the Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, April 5, 2025	06:00 PM	07:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, April 5, 2025	03:00 PM	04:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, April 5, 2025	10:00 PM	11:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, April 6, 2025	09:00 AM	10:20 AM

The UFC on ESPN 65 event will take place on April 5, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event will start at 07:20 PM EST.

This event features a welterweight bout between A.J. McKee and Ion Frunza as part of the undercard. The main event of the evening is a fight between Josh Emmett and Lerone Murphy.

The start time for the main card may vary depending on the duration of the undercard fights. This means that ring walk times can change. It’s important to keep this in mind when planning to watch.

For viewers outside of Eastern Standard Time, please refer to a time conversion table to find out when the event begins in your location.

Fighters Details

Rhys McKee faces Daniel Frunza in an electrifying welterweight bout at UFC on ESPN 65.

Rhys McKee

Nationality: Ireland
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 77.1 kg
Total Fights: 20
Record: 13 / 6 / 1

Rhys McKee, nicknamed "Skeletor," is from Ireland and fights in the welterweight division. With a record of 13 wins, McKee has shown consistent performance with his striking power evident in 10 KO victories. His last fight ended in a narrow split decision loss to Chidi Njokuani, a middleweight with 25 wins. McKee gains crucial insights facing lesser-experienced Frunza.

Daniel Frunza

Nationality: Romania
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 77.1 kg
Total Fights: 11
Record: 9 / 2 / 0

Daniel Frunza hails from Romania and holds an impressive record of 9 wins with 8 by knockout. In September, he claimed victory over Vadym Kutsyi via TKO. Consistent knockouts showcase Frunza's dominance, giving him confidence against similarly matched McKee.

Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza Betting Odds

Underdog: Rhys McKee : 2.4 (+135)
Favorite: Daniel Frunza : 1.7 (-152)

Method of victory	Rhys McKee	Daniel Frunza
By KO/TKO or disqualification	6.5 (+550)	3.1 (+215)
By decision or technical decision	6.2 (+525)	4.2 (+320)

How and where to watch the Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza Fight

You can watch Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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