What time is UFC on ESPN 71 Tonight? Bunes vs Estevam - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Felipe Bunes from Natal, Brazil will face off against fellow Brazilian Rafael Estevam in a flyweight bout at UFC Apex in Las Vegas. This fight is part of the undercard on UFC's ESPN 71 event.

Felipe Bunes is an experienced fighter with 14 wins and 7 losses, known for his strong submission game, demonstrated by his recent armbar victory over Jose Johnson. Rafael Estevam is undefeated with 13 wins; his latest win was a unanimous decision against Jesus Santos Aguilar. Bunes’ submission skills will face a tough test against Estevam’s solid all-around ability.

What time is Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam fight

Live coverage for the Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam 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	Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025	06:00 PM	08:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025	03:00 PM	05:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025	10:00 PM	12:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025	09:00 AM	11:00 AM

The UFC on ESPN 71 event takes place tonight, August 2, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 8:00 PM EST. This event features a flyweight fight between Kleydson Rodrigues and Vinicius Salvador as part of the undercard. The main event will feature Tatsuro Taira against Hyun Sung Park.

The start time for each fight may vary depending on the duration of the earlier fights. The main card begins at 8:00 PM EST, but individual fight times can shift based on how long previous bouts last.

For viewers outside of the Eastern Time Zone, please refer to your local listings or a time conversion table to ensure you don't miss any action.

How and where to watch the Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam Fight

You can watch Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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Felipe Bunes vs Rafael Estevam Betting Odds

Underdog: Felipe Bunes : 6.0 (+500)
Favorite: Rafael Estevam : 1.2 (-620)

Method of victory	Felipe Bunes	Rafael Estevam
By KO/TKO or disqualification	25.0 (+2400)	3.8 (+280)
By decision or technical decision	15.0 (+1400)	2.1 (+110)

Rafael Estevam is the favorite with a moneyline of -620 and decimal odds of 1.2. Estevam's impressive record attracts only small returns, but his chances look strong. Odds for winning by KO/TKO/DQ are 3.8 (+280), while victory through points stands at 2.1 (+110). Felipe Bunes is the underdog with +500 and a decimal of 6.0. Oddsmakers see a slim chance for him to triumph, but a surprise knockout or decision pays handsomely at 25.0 (+2400) or 15.0 (+1400), respectively. Bet cautiously on Estevam, or take a big risk with Bunes.