UFC on ESPN 73: Royval vs Kape - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Brandon "Raw Dawg" Royval takes on Manel "Starboy" Kape at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This marks a flyweight main event featuring two fighters striving to assert their dominance.

Royval, an Englewood native, stepped into the professional arena after many Amateur wins and a notable presence at Factory X. His last bout ended in a unanimous decision loss against Joshua Van. Royval has faced some formidable opponents over the years, adding credence to his journey as he upholds his fight resume with skillful, high-stakes matches.

Kape began his pro career representing Luanda’s Xtreme Couture, amassing victories including an impressive TKO win against Asu Almabayev. His journey through competitive bouts underscores tactical precision and adaptability, crucial as he prepares to meet Royval’s tenacity in their upcoming face-off.

What time is Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape fight

Live coverage for the Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape main card will start at 07:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025	07:00 PM	10:20 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025	04:00 PM	07:20 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025	11:00 PM	02:20 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025	10:00 AM	01:20 PM

The event takes place on December 13, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main fight features Brandon Royval against Manel Kape in a flyweight bout. The fight is scheduled for five rounds and is the main event of UFC on ESPN 73. The start time is set for 10:20 PM EST. However, the exact ring walk time may change depending on how long the undercard fights last. Fans should check local listings to confirm start times in their country.

Fighters Details

Brandon Royval faces Manel Kape for the Flyweight title.

Brandon Royval

Nationality: United States
Height: 170 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 25
Record: 17 / 8 / 0

Brandon Royval, fighting from Englewood, Colorado, is known by his nickname "Raw Dawg." With a professional record of 17 wins and 8 losses, he most recently lost to Joshua Van by unanimous decision. His powerful submissions can pose a challenge for any opponent. Joshua Van’s solid record at the time showed similarities to Kape's winning ability; thus, Royval must prepare for another high-stakes encounter with an experienced fighter like Kape.

Manel Kape

Nationality: Angola
Height: 168 cm
Weight: 56.7 kg
Total Fights: 28
Record: 21 / 7 / 0

Manel Kape, hailed as "Starboy" from Luanda, Angola, sports a fierce record of 21 wins with a significant 13 coming by knockout. In his last bout, he secured a TKO win against Asu Almabayev. Almabayev was formidable yet could not withstand Kape’s striking prowess. This indicates Kape remains a significant threat with his striking skills in this upcoming fight against Royval.

Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape Betting Odds

Underdog: Brandon Royval : 3.5 (+250)
Favorite: Manel Kape : 1.4 (-275)

Method of victory	Brandon Royval	Manel Kape
By KO/TKO or disqualification	13.0 (+1200)	2.4 (+140)
By decision or technical decision	7.5 (+650)	3.8 (+275)

How and where to watch the Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape Fight

You can watch Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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