What time is UFC on ESPN 70 Tonight? Thompson vs Bonfim - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson and Gabriel "Marretinha" Bonfim face off in a welterweight match tonight at UFC on ESPN 70 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The event is headlined by Derrick Lewis battling Tallison Teixeira, but this undercard bout promises excitement with multiple finishes in each fighter's career.

Thompson, a seasoned veteran from Simpsonville, South Carolina, originally turned pro in 2010. He's fought skillful names like Joaquin Buckley, who recently knocked him out. Bonfim from Brasilia turned pro in 2014 and has shown grappling prowess, evident in his recent Technical Submission win over Kalinn Williams. Thompson's recent struggles against power punchers could be problematic if Bonfim capitalizes with his balanced fighting style of striking and submissions.

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 tonight, July 12, 2025, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The action begins at 09:20 PM EST. This event features a series of exciting fights, including a welterweight bout between Stephen Thompson and Gabriel Bonfim. Although this fight is not the main event, it promises to deliver thrilling moments.

The main event of the night is Derrick Lewis versus Tallison Teixeira. The start time for each fight can vary depending on how long the earlier bouts last. Fans should be prepared for possible changes in timing as undercard performances might affect the schedule.

For viewers in different time zones, please refer to the start times table for your country to ensure you don't miss any of the action.

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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