UFC on ESPN 72: Erceg vs Osbourne - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Steve Erceg faces Ode Osbourne in a bantamweight undercard bout at UFC Apex, Las Vegas. Fans eager to see an exciting battle between these two flyweight competitors on the rise.

Australian Steve Erceg, known as "Astro Boy," has been in the pro circuit since 2014. He comes off a loss to Brandon Moreno via unanimous decision. Meanwhile, Ode Osbourne, "The Jamaican Sensation," entered the pro scene in 2013. He recently defeated Luis Gurule by TKO, showcasing his striking prowess. Given both fighters' competencies and previous battles with tough opponents, this match is set to provide intense action.

What time is Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne fight

Live coverage for the Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne main card will start at 04:30 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	04:30 PM	07:30 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	01:30 PM	04:30 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	08:30 PM	11:30 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025	07:30 AM	10:30 AM

The UFC on ESPN 72 event will take place on August 9, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event begins at 07:30 PM EST.

The main card features Roman Dolidze vs Anthony Hernandez. However, before the main event, fans can look forward to the bantamweight bout between Erceg and Osbourne. This fight is part of the undercard and consists of three rounds.

Please note that the start time for individual fights may vary due to the performance duration of earlier bouts. It is important for viewers to check local listings or online updates for precise timing in their respective time zones.

Remember to adjust your schedule according to your country's time zone to catch all the action live from Las Vegas.

Fighters Details

Steve Erceg faces Ode Osbourne in a non-title bout at UFC on ESPN 72.

Steve Erceg

Nationality: Australia
Height: 173 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 16
Record: 12 / 4 / 0

Steve Erceg, hailing from Australia, has a professional MMA record of 12 wins and 4 losses, with 2 wins by knockout. He recently lost to Brandon Moreno by unanimous decision, who holds 23 wins and no knockout losses. Facing Ode Osbourne may prove challenging since Ode has a strong knockout record.

Ode Osbourne

Nationality: United States
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 21
Record: 13 / 8 / 0

Ode Osbourne, the Jamaican Sensation from Wisconsin, brings a record of 13 wins with 6 by knockout and 8 losses. He won his last bout via TKO against Luis Gurule. Given his recent victory's momentum, he looks confident against Erceg.

Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne Betting Odds

Favorite: Steve Erceg : 1.2 (-450)
Underdog: Ode Osbourne : 5.3 (+430)

Method of victory	Steve Erceg	Ode Osbourne
By KO/TKO or disqualification	4.4 (+340)	10.0 (+900)
By decision or technical decision	3.2 (+220)	12.5 (+1150)

How and where to watch the Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne Fight

You can watch Steve Erceg vs Ode Osbourne via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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