UFC 316: Murzakanov vs Ribeiro - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Azamat Murzakanov, known as "The Professional" from Nalchik, Russia, and Brendson Ribeiro, nicknamed "The Gorilla" from Vila Mau, Brazil, prepare for an intense battle as part of UFC 316's undercard at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Murzakanov made a strong debut by remaining undefeated with a 14-0 record since turning professional. In his recent fight in August 2024, he secured a knockout victory over Alonzo Menifield. Ribeiro boasts a balanced record of 17 wins against 7 losses since stepping into professional MMA. His latest win saw him defeat Diyar Nurgozhay via submission in March 2025.

What time is Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro fight

Live coverage for the Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	06:00 PM	07:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	03:00 PM	04:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	10:00 PM	11:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 8, 2025	09:00 AM	10:40 AM

The UFC 316 event takes place on June 07, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The event starts at 07:40 PM EST. This event features a light heavyweight bout between Azamat Murzakanov and Bruno Ribeiro as part of the undercard. The main event for the evening is Merab Dvalishvili versus Sean O'Malley.

Since this is an undercard fight, the exact time for Murzakanov vs Ribeiro can vary. It depends on how long the earlier fights last. Fans should be ready for potential changes in timing.

For viewers in different regions, it's important to check local start times due to time zone differences. Make sure to refer to your local listings or tables that provide start times for your country to avoid missing any action.

Fighters Details

Azamat Murzakanov faces Brendson Ribeiro in a Light Heavyweight bout at UFC 316.

Azamat Murzakanov

Nationality: Russia
Height: 180 cm
Weight: 93.0 kg
Total Fights: 14
Record: 14 / 0 / 0

Azamat Murzakanov, known as "The Professional," remains unbeaten with a record of 14 wins. In his recent fight, he secured a win by knockout against Alonzo Menifield. Menifield had 16 wins and was experienced with several knockout victories. Murzakanov's striking power will be crucial against Ribeiro.

Brendson Ribeiro

Nationality: Brazil
Height: 190 cm
Weight: 93.0 kg
Total Fights: 24
Record: 17 / 7 / 0

Brendson Ribeiro, also called "The Gorilla," holds a record of 17 wins and 7 losses. He recently achieved a submission victory over Diyar Nurgozhay, who has shown skill in the heavyweight class. Ribeiro's grappling strength will challenge Murzakanov.

Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro Betting Odds

Favorite: Azamat Murzakanov : 1.2 (-500)
Underdog: Brendson Ribeiro : 5.2 (+420)

How and where to watch the Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro Fight

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