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

George Fields Dec. 13, 2025, 10:20 a.m.

Sean Sharaf and Steven Asplund step into the octagon tonight at UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The heavyweights face off on the undercard of UFC on ESPN 73. This bout could set the tone for both fighters' trajectories in their weight class.

Sean Sharaf, known as "The Smoke," last fought Junior Tafa and lost by TKO. His record boasts four wins, all by knockout. Steven Asplund, nicknamed "Concrete," has six wins, with five coming by knockout. He recently defeated Anthony Guarascio by TKO. Both fighters’ penchant for knockouts hints at an explosive battle tonight.

What time is Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund fight

Live coverage for the Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund 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 Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST) Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 07:00 PM 08:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT) Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 04:00 PM 05:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT) Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025 11:00 PM 12:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT) Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 10:00 AM 11:00 AM

The UFC on ESPN 73 event takes place at 8:00 PM EST on December 13, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features Brandon Royval against Manel Kape. The undercard includes a heavyweight bout between Sharaf and Asplund.

For those in different time zones or countries, it's important to check local listings for accurate start times.

The event is part of the UFC federation's ongoing series of fights and promises a night full of action with several bouts scheduled. Keep an eye out for future events and updates from UFC for more thrilling matchups.

How and where to watch the Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund Fight

You can watch Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund via ESPN+.

Region Live-streaming
USA ESPN

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Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund Betting Odds

  • Underdog: Sean Sharaf : 3.0 (+195)
  • Favorite: Steven Asplund : 1.5 (-205)
Method of victory Sean Sharaf Steven Asplund
By KO/TKO or disqualification 4.6 (+360) 1.9 (-113)
By decision or technical decision 11.5 (+1050) 9.0 (+800)

Sean Sharaf faces Steven Asplund in an intriguing clash. Asplund enters as the favorite with odds of 1.5, indicating strong confidence from oddsmakers. Sharaf, the underdog, has higher odds at 3.0. Odds suggest Asplund likely wins by KO/TKO/DQ at 1.9. Sharaf's chance for a knockout swings at longer odds of 4.6. For a victory on points or decision, Asplund stands at hefty odds of 9.0 compared to Sharaf's longer shot at 11.5. Asplund's favorable numbers show confidence in his skills versus Sharaf's challenge.

Fighters Details

Sean Sharaf

  • Nationality: United States
  • Height: 188 cm
  • Weight: 114.3 kg
  • Total Fights: 5
  • Record: 4 / 1 / 0

Steven Asplund

  • Nationality: United States
  • Height: 196 cm
  • Weight: 118.4 kg
  • Total Fights: 7
  • Record: 6 / 1 / 0

Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund Fight Card

  • Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape
  • Giga Chikadze vs Kevin Vallejos
  • Cesar Almeida vs Cezary Oleksiejczuk
  • Melquizael Costa vs Morgan Charriere
  • Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Marcus Almeida
  • Amanda Lemos vs Gillian Robertson
  • Neil Magny vs Yaroslav Amosov
  • Sean Sharaf vs Steven Asplund
  • Luana Santos vs Melissa Croden
  • Allen Frye vs Guilherme Pat
  • Jamey-Lyn Horth vs Tereza Bleda

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