Brad Tavares meets Gerald Meerschaert in a middleweight bout at UFC Apex, Las Vegas. These seasoned fighters await their matchup's verdict on the ESPN 65 undercard.
Tavares fought since debuting in 2007, gaining experience with 20 wins. His recent fight ended in a narrow split decision loss against South Korea’s Jun Yong Park, showcasing tenacity. “The Iron Turtle’s” recent track record illustrates Tavares’ resilience as he steps up to meet Meerschaert. Neither fighter holds a size or reach advantage. Meerschaert started his MMA journey in 2007 and has amassed impressive stats with 37 wins. A submission loss to Reinier de Ridder highlighted areas to sharpen.
What time is Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert fight
Live coverage for the Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert 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 | Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 08:40 PM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 05:40 PM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 12:40 AM (next day) |
Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 11:40 AM |
The UFC on ESPN 65 event takes place tonight, April 5, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 8:40 PM EST. The main card features Josh Emmett vs. Lerone Murphy as the main event. Brad Tavares will face Gerald Meerschaert in a middleweight bout on the undercard.
The timing of the fights may vary depending on how long the earlier bouts last. Fans should be aware that ring walk times can change based on the duration of previous matches.
To ensure you don't miss any action, check local listings for start times in your area. Adjust for time zone differences if you're watching from outside Eastern Standard Time (EST).
How and where to watch the Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert Fight
You can watch Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert via ESPN+.
Region | Live-streaming |
USA | ESPN |
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Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert Betting Odds
- Favorite: Brad Tavares : 1.6 (-165)
- Underdog: Gerald Meerschaert : 2.5 (+150)
Method of victory | Brad Tavares | Gerald Meerschaert |
By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.4 (+440) | 13.0 (+1200) |
By decision or technical decision | 2.2 (+125) | 7.0 (+600) |
Brad Tavares enters as the favorite with odds of 1.6 (-165). Gerald Meerschaert stands as the underdog at 2.5 (+150). Tavares has an edge in decision scenarios with odds of 2.2 (+125). A KO or TKO by him sits at 5.4 (+440). Meerschaert’s chances for a finish are at long odds—13.0 (+1200) for a KO/TKO/DQ. Decision victory for him is set at 7.0 (+600). These figures suggest Tavares has a significant advantage, particularly in winning on points. Consider these numbers while placing your bet responsibly.
Fighters Details
Brad Tavares
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 180 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 30
- Record: 20 / 10 / 0
Gerald Meerschaert
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 185 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 55
- Record: 37 / 18 / 0
Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert Fight Card
- Josh Emmet vs Lerone Murphy
- Pat Sabatini vs Joanderson Brito
- Cortavious Romious vs Chang Ho Lee
- Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert
- Ode Osbourne vs Luis Gurule
- Torrez Finney vs Robert Valentin
- Diana Belbita vs Dione Barbosa
- Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza
- Konklak Suphisara vs Istela Nunes
- Victor Henry vs Pedro Falcao
- Uran Satybaldiev vs Martin Buday
- Vanessa Demopoulos vs Talita Alencar