UFC Fight Night 263: Rowe vs Hyeon Ko - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

At UFC Apex in Las Vegas, UFC Fight Night 263 features a welterweight battle between Philip "The Fresh Prince" Rowe and South Korea's Seok "The Korean Tyson" Hyeon Ko.

Philip Rowe turned pro in 2014 and has amassed 11 wins, with his latest triumph over Ange Loosa on June 14, 2025. Standing at 190 cm, Rowe's height gives him a favorable reach advantage over his opponent. Seok Hyeon Ko brings a strong record of 12 wins to the Octagon after defeating Oban Elliott by unanimous decision on June 21, 2025. Competing since turning pro in 2015, his ferocity earlier led to six KO victories.

What time is Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko fight

Live coverage for the Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko 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	Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025	04:00 PM	04:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025	01:00 PM	01:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025	08:00 PM	08:20 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025	07:00 AM	07:20 AM

UFC Fight Night 263 takes place on November 1, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 04:20 PM EST. The main event features Steve Garcia facing David Onama.

An exciting welterweight bout between Phil Rowe and Hyeon Ko is on the undercard. This fight consists of three rounds. As always, the main card start time may vary depending on how long earlier fights last.

Fans should check local listings for exact start times in their area as time zones can affect viewing times. Stay tuned for an action-packed night of fights in Las Vegas.

Fighters Details

In the upcoming match, Philip Rowe faces Seok Hyeon Ko in a three-round welterweight bout at UFC Fight Night 263.

Philip Rowe

Nationality: United States
Height: 190 cm
Weight: 77.1 kg
Total Fights: 16
Record: 11 / 5 / 0

Philip Rowe, known as "The Fresh Prince," enters with an 11-5 record. He recently won by TKO (Punches) against Ange Loosa, showcasing his striking power. Loosa holds a similar height and weight profile yet Rowe dominated. Rowe's height advantage could play a critical role against Seok Hyeon Ko.

Seok Hyeon Ko

Nationality: South Korea
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 77.1 kg
Total Fights: 14
Record: 12 / 2 / 0

Seok Hyeon Ko, "The Korean Tyson," has a 12-2 record. His recent win was by unanimous decision against Oban Elliott. Elliott matches Rowe in stature and skill, but Ko's versatility will be crucial for this fight.

Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko Betting Odds

Underdog: Phil Rowe : 2.5 (+150)
Favorite: Seokhyeon Ko : 1.5 (-185)

Method of victory	Phil Rowe	Seokhyeon Ko
By KO/TKO or disqualification	5.8 (+480)	4.4 (+340)
By decision or technical decision	5.6 (+460)	2.6 (+163)

How and where to watch the Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko Fight

You can watch Philip Rowe vs Seok Hyeon Ko via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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