UFC on ESPN 70: Lewis vs Teixeira - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Ronald Crawley July 10, 2025, 3 a.m.

Derrick Lewis, the seasoned American fighter known as "The Black Beast," takes on Brazil's rising star Tallison Teixeira at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

Lewis boasts 28 wins with 23 knockouts, illustrating his penchant for power. His last victory came by TKO over Rodrigo Nascimento in May 2024. Tallison Teixeira, undefeated with seven knockout victories out of eight wins, recently defeated Justin Tafa via TKO.

What time is Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira fight

Live coverage for the Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira 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 Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST) Saturday, July 12, 2025 06:00 PM 09:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT) Saturday, July 12, 2025 03:00 PM 06:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT) Saturday, July 12, 2025 10:00 PM 01:40 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT) Sunday, July 13, 2025 09:00 AM 12:40 PM

The UFC on ESPN 70 event takes place on July 12, 2025, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The main event features a heavyweight fight between Derrick Lewis and Glover Teixeira. The event starts at 09:40 PM EST.

This is a five-round fight in the heavyweight class. The timing of the main event may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last. Fans should be aware that these times can change based on the performance of the undercard.

For viewers outside of Eastern Standard Time, please check your local listings or time conversion tables to ensure you don't miss any part of the action.

Fighters Details

Derrick Lewis faces Tallison Teixeira in a heavyweight match for the championship belts.

Derrick Lewis

  • Nationality: United States
  • Height: 190 cm
  • Weight: 120.7 kg
  • Total Fights: 40
  • Record: 28 / 12 / 0

Derrick Lewis, known as "The Black Beast," boasts a fight record of 28 wins, with 23 by knockout. He recently secured a TKO victory over Rodrigo Nascimento. Nascimento had a solid record but fell short against Lewis's power. Lewis's experience and knockout ability make him a formidable contender in this bout.

Tallison Teixeira

  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Height: 203 cm
  • Weight: 118.8 kg
  • Total Fights: 8
  • Record: 8 / 0 / 0

Tallison Teixeira, nicknamed "Xicao," remains undefeated with 8 wins and 7 knockouts. He last defeated Justin Tafa via TKO. Teixeira's youth and aggressive style are assets as he challenges Lewis's dominance in this heavyweight clash.

How and where to watch the Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira Fight

You can watch Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira via ESPN+.

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Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira Fight Card

  • Derrick Lewis vs Tallison Teixeira
  • Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim
  • Calvin Kattar vs Steve Garcia
  • Nate Landwehr vs Morgan Charriere
  • Vitor Petrino vs Austen Lane
  • Junior Tafa vs George Tokkos
  • Max Griffin vs Chris Curtis
  • Jake Matthews vs Chidi Njokuani
  • Lauren Murphy vs Eduarda Moura
  • Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Valter Walker
  • Mitch Ramirez vs Mike Davis
  • Fatima Kline vs Melissa Martinez
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