Luana Santos and Tainara Lisboa square off at the UFC Fight Night 256 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. The Brazilian fighters aim to show their strengths: Santos trying to rebound from a previous loss, while Lisboa seeks to extend her winning streak. Attached to other fighters' spirits in various associations, both are bringing their best as they compete under the bright lights of Vegas.
Santos started her pro career strong but recently faced a challenging bout against Casey O'Neill in 2024, which ended in a unanimous decision loss. Before this, her skills were evident against fierce competitors who proved her abilities.
What time is Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa fight
Live coverage for the Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa 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 | Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM |
Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM |
The event takes place on May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The start time is 05:00 PM EST. UFC Fight Night 256 features a bantamweight bout between Santos and Lisboa as part of the undercard. The main event showcases Gilbert Burns against Michael Morales.
This event is part of the Fight Nights federation. It includes three-round fights. Note that the ring walk times may vary depending on the performance of earlier fights on the card.
For viewers in different time zones, please refer to the provided table for accurate start times in your country.
Fighters Details
Luana Santos faces Tainara Lisboa with no belts on the line.
Luana Santos
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 168 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 10
- Record: 8 / 2 / 0
Luana Santos, a Brazilian fighter, has an MMA record of 8 wins and 2 losses. Fighting professionally since she turned 18, Luana recently lost to Casey O'Neill by unanimous decision, suggesting room for growth. O'Neill had a strong fight history, with 10 wins, showcasing a challenging match. Santos's adaptability in flyweight will be crucial against Lisboa.
Tainara Lisboa
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 60.8 kg
- Total Fights: 9
- Record: 7 / 2 / 0
Tainara Lisboa holds a 7-win, 2-loss record. Known for powerful knockouts, she recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Ravena Oliveira. This demonstrates her skill in bantamweight. She presents a formidable challenge for Santos with her striking strength.
Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa Betting Odds
- Favorite: Luana Santos : 1.6 (-165)
- Underdog: Tainara Lisboa : 2.4 (+142)
Method of victory | Luana Santos | Tainara Lisboa |
By KO/TKO or disqualification | 17.0 (+1600) | 12.5 (+1150) |
By decision or technical decision | 2.2 (+120) | 3.6 (+265) |
How and where to watch the Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa Fight
You can watch Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa via ESPN+.
Region | Live-streaming |
USA | ESPN |
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Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa Fight Card
- Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales
- Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato
- Sodiq Yusuff vs Mairon Santos
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev
- Julian Erosa vs Melquizael Costa
- Gabriel Green vs Matheus Camilo
- Jared Gordon vs Thiago Moises
- Yadier Del Valle vs Connor Matthews
- Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa
- Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
- Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
- Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro