What time is UFC Fight Night 261 Tonight? Diniz vs Pinto - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Jhonata Diniz and Mario Pinto are set to exchange blows tonight at UFC Fight Night 261. The heavyweight contenders will fight at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, offering fans a thrilling undercard event before Charles Oliveira faces Mateusz Gamrot in the main event.

Jhonata Diniz has a professional record of 9 wins and 1 loss. He last emerged victorious by unanimous decision against Alvin Hines. With a consistent winning streak mostly by knockouts, he has shown resilience and power. Mario Pinto remains unbeaten with 10 wins, securing his latest victory by knocking out Austen Lane. Known for his striking prowess, Pinterest offers tough competition for Diniz.

What time is Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto fight

Live coverage for the Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto main card will start at 04:00 PM EST on UFC Fight Pass. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	04:00 PM	07:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	01:00 PM	04:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025	08:00 PM	11:00 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025	07:00 AM	10:00 AM

The UFC Fight Night 261 takes place tonight, October 11, 2025, at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event starts at 07:00 PM EST.

The main event features Charles Oliveira versus Mateusz Gamrot. On the undercard, Diniz faces Pinto in a heavyweight bout. The fights are organized by the Fight Nights Federation.

Please note that the start times can vary depending on how long the undercard bouts last. Make sure to check local listings for exact times in your area. For those tuning in from different time zones, refer to the table with start times for your country to avoid missing any action.

How and where to watch the Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto Fight

You can watch Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto via UFC Fight Pass.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	UFC Fight Pass
Canada	UFC Fight Pass
UK and Ireland	UFC Fight Pass
Australia	UFC Fight Pass
India	UFC Fight Pass

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Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto Betting Odds

Favorite: Jhonata Diniz : 1.8 (-120)
Underdog: Mario Pinto : 2.0 (+105)

Method of victory	Jhonata Diniz	Mario Pinto
By KO/TKO or disqualification	3.0 (+205)	4.3 (+330)
By decision or technical decision	4.7 (+370)	4.5 (+350)

Jhonata Diniz holds the edge as the favorite with odds at 1.8 (-120). He’s more likely to dominate the fight. Mario Pinto, the underdog, offers higher returns with odds at 2.0 (+105). If Diniz secures a win via knockout or other fast finishes, bettors get 3.0 (+205). For a decision victory, he brings home 4.7 (+370). Pinto’s knockout chances sit at 4.3 (+330), while points or decision wins pay 4.5 (+350). The odds paint Diniz as likely to win but with options for both fighters’ techniques and paths to victory.