UFC Fight Night 257: Xiao vs Young You - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Long Xiao and Su Young You are set to face each other in a bantamweight bout at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China, as part of the UFC Fight Night 257 card under Johnny Walker vs. Mingyang Zhang. These fighters aim to prove their worth and climb the ranks in a thrilling clash of skills representing their respective home countries, China and South Korea.

Xiao made his pro debut on October 25, 2016. He boasts 27 wins with recent success over Quang Le marked by a knockout victory last November. Young You turned professional on June 15, 2017. He enjoys a strong record of 15 wins, having recently outlasted A.J. Cunningham for a unanimous decision win this March. Known for grappling prowess from Bon Jiu Jitsu, Young You could fiercely contest Xiao’s offensive style.

What time is Long Xiao vs Su Young You fight

Live coverage for the Long Xiao vs Su Young You main card will start at 03:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Long Xiao vs Su Young You Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025	03:00 AM	03:20 AM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025	12:00 AM	12:20 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025	07:00 AM	07:20 AM
Australia (AEDT)	Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025	06:00 PM	06:20 PM

The UFC Fight Night 257 event will take place on August 23, 2025, at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China. The action kicks off at 03:20 AM EST. This event is part of the Fight Nights federation and features several exciting matchups.

The main event will showcase Johnny Walker facing off against Mingyang Zhang. On the undercard, Xiao will go head-to-head with Young You in a bantamweight bout scheduled for three rounds.

Please note that the start time can vary depending on the duration of earlier fights on the card. It's important to check local listings for accurate timing in your region.

Fighters Details

Long Xiao

Nationality: China
Height: 173 cm
Weight: 61.7 kg
Total Fights: 36
Record: 27 / 9 / 0

Su Young You

Nationality: South Korea
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 61.7 kg
Total Fights: 18
Record: 15 / 3 / 0

Long Xiao faces Su Young You for three rounds at UFC Fight Night 257.

Long Xiao from China has an impressive record. He won 27 times, with five knockouts, and lost nine times. In his last bout, he knocked out Quang Le—a fighter with a record of nine wins and only two losses. Xiao's success against tough opponents shows his strong striking skills.

Su Young You from South Korea boasts 15 victories with three by knockout and only three losses. He recently won a unanimous decision over A.J. Cunningham, who had 11 wins and five losses. This showcases Su's skill in controlling fights through strategy.

Long Xiao vs Su Young You Betting Odds

Underdog: Long Xiao : 2.0 (+100)
Favorite: Su Young You : 1.8 (-120)

Method of victory	Long Xiao	Su Young You
By KO/TKO or disqualification	8.5 (+750)	10.0 (+900)
By decision or technical decision	3.0 (+195)	2.5 (+150)

How and where to watch the Long Xiao vs Su Young You Fight

You can watch Long Xiao vs Su Young You via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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