UFC 316: Spivac vs Cortes-Acosta - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

At UFC 316 in Newark, heavyweight fighters Serghei Spivac and Waldo Cortes-Acosta prepare for an intense matchup on the undercard of Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2. Both fighters are eager to prove themselves and boost their rankings at the Prudential Center in New Jersey.

Serghei Spivac, also known as "The Polar Bear," from Moldova, has a professional record of 17 wins and 5 losses. He lost his last bout against Jailton Almeida by technical knockout earlier this year. Waldo "Salsa Boy" Cortes-Acosta, based in Phoenix, boasts a record of 13 victories with only one defeat.

What time is Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta fight

Live coverage for the Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta 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	Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	06:00 PM	07:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	03:00 PM	04:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, June 7, 2025	10:00 PM	11:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, June 8, 2025	09:00 AM	10:20 AM

The UFC 316 event will take place on June 7, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The event starts at 07:20 PM EST. The main card features a heavyweight fight between Sergey Spivac and Waldo Cortes-Acosta. This fight is part of the undercard for the main event featuring Merab Dvalishvili versus Sean O'Malley.

The Spivac vs. Cortes-Acosta bout consists of three rounds. As it is part of the undercard, the exact start time may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights. Fans should be aware that ring walk times can change if previous matches go longer or shorter than expected.

To ensure you catch all the action, check local listings for start times in your area. Adjustments may be needed based on your time zone to tune in at the right moment.

Fighters Details

Serghei Spivac faces Waldo Cortes-Acosta in the UFC Heavyweight class with no titles on the line.

Serghei Spivac

Nationality: Moldova
Height: 190 cm
Weight: 105.7 kg
Total Fights: 22
Record: 17 / 5 / 0

Serghei Spivac turned pro in 2014. He has a fight record of 17 wins and 5 losses, with his last bout ending in a TKO loss to Jailton Almeida. Almeida's record shows significant strength with more wins than Spivac. This suggests that Spivac may face a challenging match against Cortes-Acosta.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta

Nationality: United States
Height: 193 cm
Weight: 118.8 kg
Total Fights: 14
Record: 13 / 1 / 0

Waldo Cortes-Acosta began his professional journey later but boasts an impressive 13-1 record. His recent victory over Ryan Spann shows his prowess. Cortes-Acosta's performance suggests he holds an advantage against Spivac.

Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta Betting Odds

Favorite: Serghei Spivac : 1.7 (-138)
Underdog: Waldo Cortes-Acosta : 2.2 (+120)

How and where to watch the Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta Fight

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