Tecia Pennington from the United States faces Luana Pinheiro from Brazil in an exciting undercard match of UFC Fight Night 256 at UFC Apex, Las Vegas. Both fighters are looking to make their mark in the strawweight division and improve their standings after mixed results in their recent bouts.
Pennington turned pro over a decade ago and has made a name for herself with consistent performances under the American Top Team banner. She secured a unanimous decision victory against Carla Esparza in her most recent fight last October, showcasing her strategic fighting skills. On the other hand, Pinheiro, who represents Nova Uniao, turned professional in 2013. She suffered a unanimous decision defeat against Gillian Robertson last November and wants to get back on the winning side.
Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Betting Odds
- Favorite: Tecia Pennington : 1.3 (-333)
- Underdog: Luana Pinheiro : 3.9 (+290)
| Method of victory | Tecia Pennington | Luana Pinheiro |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 10.5 (+950) | 17.0 (+1600) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.5 (-195) | 6.5 (+550) |
Tecia Pennington is the clear favorite with odds of 1.3 (-333). Luana Pinheiro faces long odds at 3.9 (+290). A win by points for Pennington looks likely at 1.5 (-195). Pinheiro's chances by decision sit high at 6.5 (+550). The likelihood of a knockout remains slim for both, with Pennington at 10.5 (+950) and Pinheiro further off at 17.0 (+1600). Bettors favor Pennington to clinch it on points.
What time is Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro fight
Live coverage for the Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro 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 | Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:00 AM |
How and where to watch the Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Fight
You can watch Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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