Stephen Thompson turned pro over a decade back, marking an illustrious journey with 17 wins and notable victories against tough adversaries like Jorge Masvidal. Yet, his latest battle ended in a KO loss against Joaquin Buckley last October. Gabriel Bonfim's career began eight years ago, adding momentum quickly with technical submissions aplenty, including a win against Kalinn Williams this February.
What time is Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim fight
Live coverage for the Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim 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 | Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 01:20 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, July 13, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
The UFC on ESPN 70 event takes place on July 12, 2025, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The event starts at 09:20 PM EST.
The main card features Derrick Lewis facing Tallison Teixeira. On the undercard, Stephen Thompson fights Gabriel Bonfim in a welterweight bout. This match consists of three rounds.
Please note that the start time may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last. Keep this in mind and check local listings to confirm exact times for your region.
Fighters Details
Stephen Thompson will face Gabriel Bonfim in a three-round welterweight bout. No titles or belts are on the line.
Stephen Thompson
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 77.1 kg
- Total Fights: 26
- Record: 17 / 8 / 1
Stephen Thompson, known as "Wonderboy," started his professional career in February 1983. He has a record of 17 wins, 8 losses, and 1 draw. His recent loss to Joaquin Buckley by KO highlights concerns about his current form. Buckley's impressive KO against Thompson suggests that Bonfim could exploit similar weaknesses due to shared weight class attributes.
Gabriel Bonfim
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 77.1 kg
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 17 / 1 / 0
Gabriel Bonfim, nicknamed "Marretinha," turned pro less recently but holds an impressive 17-1 record. His victory over Kalinn Williams by technical submission shows his superior grappling skills. This poses a threat to Thompson in their futuristic matchup.
How and where to watch the Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim Fight
You can watch Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Stephen Thompson vs Gabriel Bonfim 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