What time is UFC Fight Night 256 Tonight? Stoltzfus vs Ruziboev - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Dustin Stoltzfus will face Nursulton Ruziboev at UFC Fight Night 256 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Both fighters seek to prove their skills in this middleweight match ahead of the main event featuring Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales.

Stoltzfus hails from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, fighting out of Frankers Fight Team. He has a strong record with 16 wins since turning pro, including a recent victory against Marc-Andre Barriault by knockout. Ruziboev from Uzbekistan fights with UZB Patriot and Renzo Gracie Philly, boasting 35 professional wins. His latest triumph came via TKO over Eric McConico.

What time is Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev fight

Live coverage for the Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev 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	Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, May 17, 2025	04:00 PM	06:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, May 17, 2025	01:00 PM	03:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, May 17, 2025	08:00 PM	10:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, May 18, 2025	07:00 AM	09:40 AM

The UFC Fight Night 256 takes place tonight at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 06:40 PM EST on May 17, 2025. The main event features Gilbert Burns against Michael Morales.

Dustin Stoltzfus will face Ikram Aliskerov as part of the undercard. This fight is scheduled for three rounds in the middleweight division. The exact time for Stoltzfus vs. Ruziboev may vary depending on how long earlier fights last.

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How and where to watch the Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev Fight

You can watch Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev Betting Odds

Underdog: Dustin Stoltzfus : 3.1 (+210)
Favorite: Nursulton Ruziboev : 1.4 (-230)

Method of victory	Dustin Stoltzfus	Nursulton Ruziboev
By KO/TKO or disqualification	11.0 (+1000)	2.0 (+100)
By decision or technical decision	8.0 (+700)	8.0 (+700)

Nursulton Ruziboev is the clear favorite. His odds stand at 1.4 (-230). Bettors favor him over Dustin Stoltzfus. The probability of Ruziboev winning by knockout is quite strong at 2.0 (+100). Meanwhile, Stoltzfus lags behind as an underdog, sporting odds of 3.1 (+210). A knockout win for Stoltzfus seems unlikely at 11.0 (+1000). Both fighters share equal odds for a decision victory at 8.0 (+700). In brief, the odds predict Ruziboev as the likely winner.