UFC Fight Night 261: Almeida vs Aswell - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Lucas Almeida and Michael Aswell are set to face off at UFC Fight Night 261, taking place at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This featherweight bout promises to be an exciting undercard match with Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot headlining the event.

Lucas Almeida, hailing from Sorocaba, Brazil, carries a fight record of 15 wins and 4 losses. He last fought against Danny Silva and suffered a loss via split decision in March this year. This experience against the talented challenger shows Lucas’s ability to endure intense bouts.

Michael Aswell from Houston has an impressive record with 10 wins and 3 losses. His last fight ended in a unanimous decision loss against Bolaji Oki in May. Due to his agile style and strong track record, facing Almeida might be challenging considering his opponent's blend of persistence and skill-level showing dedication.

What time is Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell fight

Live coverage for the Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell main card will start at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	04:00 PM	06:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	01:00 PM	03:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	08:00 PM	10:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025	07:00 AM	09:20 AM

The UFC Fight Night 261 will take place on October 11, 2025, at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event starts at 06:20 PM EST. This fight night features a featherweight bout between Almeida and Aswell as part of the undercard. The main event will showcase Charles Oliveira against Mateusz Gamrot.

Please note that the ring walk times may vary due to the performance duration of earlier fights on the card. Fans should keep an eye on updates for any changes in timing. Remember to check your local time zone to ensure you don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Lucas Almeida

Nationality: Brazil
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 67.1 kg
Total Fights: 19
Record: 15 / 4 / 0

Michael Aswell

Nationality: United States
Height: 173 cm
Weight: 70.3 kg
Total Fights: 13
Record: 10 / 3 / 0

Lucas Almeida is set to fight Michael Aswell, with no belts or titles on the line.

Lucas Almeida has 15 wins and 4 losses. His last fight ended in a split decision loss against Danny Silva. Silva, with a record of 10-2, holds considerable skill, which suggests Almeida faces a challenge against Aswell. Almeida's experience and strategy will be crucial.

Michael Aswell holds a record of 10 wins and 3 losses. He lost his last bout by unanimous decision to Bolaji Oki, who matches his record and skills closely. Against an experienced fighter like Almeida, Aswell must utilize his agility and tactics effectively.

Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell Betting Odds

Underdog: Lucas Almeida : 2.2 (+125)
Favorite: Michael Aswell : 1.7 (-138)

Method of victory	Lucas Almeida	Michael Aswell
By KO/TKO or disqualification	4.9 (+390)	5.5 (+450)
By decision or technical decision	5.2 (+420)	2.5 (+148)

How and where to watch the Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell Fight

You can watch Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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