UFC 318: Johnson vs Zellhuber - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Michael Johnson, known as "The Menace," will step into the octagon to face Daniel "Golden Boy" Zellhuber at UFC 318 in New Orleans. Their lightweight bout will occur at the Smoothie King Center before the featherweight main event featuring Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier.

Michael Johnson enters this fight after a strong performance against Ottman Azaitar, winning via knockout with a punch last December. With 23 wins in his career, Johnson's experience dates back numerous fights against tough competitors in the lightweight division.

Daniel Zellhuber recently experienced a setback, losing via split decision to Esteban Ribovics last September. Despite this loss, Zellhuber remains a formidable opponent with 15 victories under his belt in his young career. This match holds promise due to both fighters' willingness to engage and their recent challenging encounters.

What time is Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber fight

Live coverage for the Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on DAZN, ESPN+, TNT Sports. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

The event takes place on July 19, 2025, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. The UFC 318 tournament features a lightweight fight between Johnson and Zellhuber. This fight is part of the undercard for the main event featuring Max Holloway versus Dustin Poirier.

The event starts at 09:00 PM EST. Keep in mind that the ring walk time may change depending on how long the earlier fights last. Viewers should check local listings for start times in their country to avoid missing any action.

Fighters Details

Michael Johnson faces Daniel Zellhuber in a three-round bout at UFC 318 - Holloway vs. Poirier 3. No belts are on the line.

Michael Johnson

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 178 cm
• Weight: 70.3 kg
• Total Fights: 42
• Record: 23 / 19 / 0

Michael Johnson, known as "The Menace," has extensive MMA experience with a professional record of 23 wins and 19 losses. His last bout ended in victory by knockout against Ottman Azaitar, a fighter with 13 wins and similar weight and height. This indicates that Johnson is well-prepared for opponents like Zellhuber in the lightweight class.

Daniel Zellhuber

• Nationality: Mexico
• Height: 185 cm
• Weight: 70.3 kg
• Total Fights: 17
• Record: 15 / 2 / 0

Daniel Zellhuber, nicknamed "Golden Boy," holds a record of 15 wins and 2 losses. His last bout was a split-decision loss to Esteban Ribovics, who shares height and weight similarities with his current opponent, Johnson. This suggests he may struggle against seasoned fighters like Johnson.

How and where to watch the Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber Fight

You can watch Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber via DAZN, ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office.

Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber live stream is available on DAZN on most devices, including Android phones, tablets, iPhones, and iPads.

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Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber Fight Card

• Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier
• Paulo Costa vs Roman Kopylov
• Kevin Holland vs Daniel Rodriguez
• Dan Ige vs Patricio Freire
• Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber
• Kyler Phillips vs Vinicius Oliveira
• Marvin Vettori vs Brendan Allen
• Francisco Prado vs Nikolay Veretennikov
• Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin
• Adam Fugitt vs Islam Dulatov
• Jimmy Crute vs Marcin Prachnio
• Ryan Spann vs Lukasz Brzeski
• Brunno Ferreira vs Jackson McVey
• Nicolle Caliari vs Carli Judice