Rinya Nakamura and Nathan Fletcher are gearing up for a thrilling bantamweight fight at UFC on ESPN 71 in Las Vegas. Both fighters aim to bounce back from recent losses while showcasing their strength and skill in front of a global audience.
Rinya Nakamura, 30, started his professional career as 'Hybrid' in March 2019 with American Top Team. His impressive record includes nine wins and just one recent loss to Muin Gafurov by unanimous decision. Standing at 170 cm, he has knockout power, seen in five of his victories, and can challenge Fletcher's previous foes.
Nathan Fletcher, three years younger and fighting since January 2020 out of Next Generation MMA Liverpool, also boasts nine victories but stepped into the featherweight ring. He faced defeat against Caolan Loughran via split decision.
Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher Betting Odds
- Favorite: Rinya Nakamura : 1.2 (-420)
- Underdog: Nathan Fletcher : 4.3 (+333)
| Method of victory | Rinya Nakamura | Nathan Fletcher |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.5 (+450) | 26.0 (+2500) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.9 (-110) | 7.0 (+600) |
Rinya Nakamura is the clear favorite with odds at 1.2 (-420). Nathan Fletcher, the underdog, sits at 4.3 (+333). Nakamura has a higher chance of winning by points, with odds of 1.9 (-110), compared to Fletcher's 7.0 (+600). A knockout from Nakamura pays out at 5.5 (+450), while Fletcher's puncher's chance stands at 26.0 (+2500). Bettors see Nakamura as more likely to dominate the fight and secure a decisive victory.
What time is Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher fight
Live coverage for the Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher 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 | Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 03:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 10:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:20 AM |
How and where to watch the Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher Fight
You can watch Rinya Nakamura vs Nathan Fletcher via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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