UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs O'Malley - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley face off for the UFC Bantamweight Championship at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Billed as UFC 316, both fighters are well-prepped for a memorable title bout.

Dvalishvili has been professional since 2014. Known as 'The Machine', he is tenacious with an impressive record of 19 wins and 4 losses, recently defeating Umar Nurmagomedov unanimously in January. O'Malley, with his nickname 'Suga', turned pro in 2013. He has claimed victories in 18 fights but recently suffered a unanimous decision loss to Dvalishvili in September.

What time is Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley fight

Live coverage for the Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on TNT Sports, UFC Fight Pass, ESPN+ PPV. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	06:00 PM	09:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	03:00 PM	06:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	10:00 PM	01:40 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 8, 2025	09:00 AM	12:40 PM

The UFC 316 event takes place on June 7, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The main event features a fight between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O'Malley for the UFC Bantamweight Championship. The fight is scheduled to start at 9:40 PM EST.

The event will consist of five rounds in the bantamweight division. Keep in mind that the start time may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last. Viewers should check local listings for exact broadcast times in their area.

Fighters Details

Merab Dvalishvili faces off against Sean O'Malley for the UFC Bantamweight Championship over five rounds.

Merab Dvalishvili

Nationality: Georgia
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 23
Record: 19 / 4 / 0

Merab Dvalishvili, from Georgia, holds a professional record of 19 wins and 4 losses. Known as "The Machine," he last won against Umar Nurmagomedov with a unanimous decision in January 2025. Given his consistent track record and undefeated streak by knockout losses, he brings solid defense and strategy into this title fight at Bantamweight.

Sean O'Malley

Nationality: United States
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 20
Record: 18 / 2 / 0

Sean O'Malley, known as "Suga," hails from Montana with a record of 18 wins and 2 losses. He experienced a unanimous decision loss to Merab in September 2024. His high knockout rate suggests an aggressive style, but his previous loss against Merab hints at challenges matching Dvalishvili’s tactical style in the Bantamweight division.

Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley Betting Odds

Favorite: Merab Dvalishvili : 1.4 (-275)
Underdog: Sean O'Malley : 3.6 (+265)

Method of victory	Merab Dvalishvili	Sean O'Malley
By KO/TKO or disqualification	13.0 (+1200)	7.0 (+600)
By decision or technical decision	1.7 (-150)	7.0 (+600)

How and where to watch the Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley Fight

You can watch Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O'Malley via TNT Sports Box Office, UFC Fight Pass.

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