What time is UFC on ESPN 73 Tonight? Royval vs Kape - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Brandon Royval faces off against Manel Kape at UFC on ESPN 73. The fight takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas in the flyweight division.

Brandon Royval turns pro in 2012 and has competed against fighters like Joshua Van, resulting in a loss. His opponent, Manel Kape, is a professional since 2012 as well and most recently scored a TKO victory over Asu Almabayev. Both consistently fight against tough opponents, which could translate into a competitive match tonight.

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 UFC on ESPN 73 event takes place at 10:20 PM EST on December 13, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features a flyweight bout between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape. This fight is scheduled for five rounds.

Due to the nature of live events, the start time for the main event may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Fans should keep this in mind as they plan their viewing schedule.

For viewers in different time zones or countries, it is important to check local listings or refer to a table with start times specific to their location. This ensures that everyone can tune in at the correct time to catch all the action live.

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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Watch this story: UFC on ESPN 73 - Betting Odds, Prediction: Royval vs Kape

Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape Betting Odds

Underdog: Brandon Royval : 3.4 (+235)
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	7.0 (+600)	3.8 (+275)

Manel Kape steps in as the favorite with odds of 1.4 (-275). This signals strong confidence in his ability to win. Brandon Royval, the underdog, comes with odds of 3.4 (+235), indicating a bigger payout if he wins. A knockout or technical knockout from Kape offers odds of 2.4 (+140), suggesting a probable route to victory. On the other hand, a KO/TKO from Royval at 13.0 (+1200) seems unlikely but extremely rewarding. Points or decision victory for Kape lands at 3.8 (+275), while Royval's chance sees odds at 7.0 (+600).