UFC on ESPN 72: Smith vs Kazama - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Elijah Smith and Toshiomi Kazama face off at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. They compete in the Bantamweight division amidst UFC on ESPN 72.

Smith, associated with Team Victory, last fought in February 2025 and won a unanimous decision against Vince Morales. Kazama claimed victory through submission in August 2024 over Charalampos Grigoriou. Smith's knockout power meets Kazama's submission skills, setting up a captivating battle.

What time is Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama fight

Live coverage for the Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama 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	Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	04:30 PM	05:30 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	01:30 PM	02:30 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025	08:30 PM	09:30 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025	07:30 AM	08:30 AM

The UFC on ESPN 72 event will take place on August 09, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 05:30 PM EST. The main event features Roman Dolidze against Anthony Hernandez.

In the bantamweight division, Smith will face Kazama in a three-round bout. This fight is part of the undercard lineup. Note that the ring walk time for this fight can vary depending on how long earlier fights last.

For viewers around the world, please check your local time zone to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Elijah Smith faces Toshiomi Kazama in a Bantamweight bout at UFC on ESPN 72, with no belts or titles on the line.

Elijah Smith

Nationality: United States
Height: 175 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 9
Record: 8 / 1 / 0

Elijah Smith, from the United States, has a fight record of 8 wins and 1 loss. In his last fight, he won by unanimous decision against Vince Morales. Morales had a competent record with 16 wins but also accumulated losses. Smith's ability to win decisively ensures he can perform well against diverse styles.

Toshiomi Kazama

Nationality: Japan
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 61.2 kg
Total Fights: 15
Record: 11 / 4 / 0

Toshiomi Kazama, hailing from Japan, holds a record of 11 wins and 4 losses. He recently secured victory via submission against Charalampos Grigoriou. Kazama demonstrates versatility and finishing skills that suggest a competitive fight ahead.

Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama Betting Odds

Favorite: Elijah Smith : 1.2 (-649)
Underdog: Toshiomi Kazama : 6.8 (+575)

Method of victory	Elijah Smith	Toshiomi Kazama
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.6 (-175)	21.0 (+2000)
By decision or technical decision	5.2 (+420)	18.0 (+1700)

How and where to watch the Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama Fight

You can watch Elijah Smith vs Toshiomi Kazama via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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