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

Brazilian fighters Luana Santos and Tainara Lisboa prepare to enter the octagon at UFC Fight Night 256. Despite being on the undercard, their match is set to garner attention at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas as both women step up with contrasting experiences in MMA forums.

Luana Santos turned pro after joining notable teams such as '011 MMA Team' and 'Team Lucas Mineiro.' Known for her striking ability, Luana tallies eight victories with one knockout. Her recent bout ended in a decision loss to Casey O'Neill. Though fighting at flyweight typically, she'll face a bigger challenge in bantamweight against Lisboa. Tainara Lisboa, nicknamed "Thai Panther," also boasts seven wins with three knockouts.

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 UFC Fight Night 256 event takes place today, May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 05:00 PM EST.

Gilbert Burns will face Michael Morales in the main event of the evening. Before that, fans can watch a bantamweight fight between Thiago Santos and Luana Lisboa on the undercard. This bout is scheduled for three rounds.

Keep in mind that the timing of each fight can change based on how quickly earlier fights end. This means the exact time for each fight might vary. For viewers in different time zones, please refer to your local start times to ensure you don't miss any action.

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 Betting Odds

Favorite: Luana Santos : 1.6 (-163)
Underdog: Tainara Lisboa : 2.5 (+154)

Method of victory	Luana Santos	Tainara Lisboa
By KO/TKO or disqualification	16.0 (+1500)	13.0 (+1200)
By decision or technical decision	2.3 (+130)	3.8 (+275)

Luana Santos enters as the favorite with odds of 1.6 (-163). A $100 bet on her promises a $60 profit. Tainara Lisboa stands as the underdog at 2.5 (+154), meaning a $100 bet could yield $154. The odds suggest Luana may win, especially by points or decision at 2.3 (+130). However, if Tainara secures a win via knockout or decision, returns would be substantial at 13.0 (+1200) and 3.8 (+275), respectively. While Luana has better chances, underdog bettors might favor Tainara’s potential higher payouts.