Walker turned pro in 2013 and is best known for his explosive knockout capabilities. However, his recent loss to Volkan Oezdemir raises questions about his consistency against high-level opponents. Mingyang Zhang started his career in 2017 and is fresh off a decisive victory against Anthony Smith. This bout may favor Zhang given his recent momentum and fighting at home, but Walker's explosive style always carries the potential for surprising outcomes.
What time is Johnny Walker vs Mingyang Zhang fight
Live coverage for the Johnny Walker vs Mingyang Zhang 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 | Johnny Walker vs Mingyang Zhang Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 06:40 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 | 12:00 AM | 03:40 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 10:40 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 09:40 PM |
UFC Fight Night 257 takes place on August 23, 2025, at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai, China. The main event features a Light Heavyweight fight between Johnny Walker and Zhang Wei. The fight is scheduled for five rounds.
The event starts at 06:40 AM EST. However, the main event's start time may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights. Viewers should check their local listings for exact times.
The fight card includes several other bouts leading up to the main event. Fans worldwide should refer to their local time zones to ensure they don't miss any action.
How and where to watch the Johnny Walker vs Mingyang Zhang Fight
You can watch Johnny Walker vs Mingyang Zhang via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Fighters Details
Johnny Walker
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 196 cm
- Weight: 93.4 kg
- Total Fights: 30
- Record: 21 / 9 / 0
Mingyang Zhang
- Nationality: China
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 93.0 kg
- Total Fights: 25
- Record: 19 / 6 / 0
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