What time is UFC 325 Tonight? Volkanovski vs Lopes - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Alexander Volkanovski, known as "The Great," is set to compete against Diego Lopes in Sydney, Australia. Volkanovski defends his UFC Featherweight Championship title at Qudos Bank Arena in front of his home crowd.

Volkanovski combines 31 years of fighting experience with titles that attest to his prowess. Born and raised in Shellharbour, Australia, Volkanovski remains undefeated in all major contests since turning pro, winning 27 matches with 4 losses. Diego Lopes, hailing from Manaus, Brazil, turned professional later than Volkanovski but amassed an impressive record of 27 wins and 7 losses. Given their striking records and experience on the international stage, this main event promises intense competition at welter class for fight enthusiasts.

What time is Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes fight

Live coverage for the Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on UFC Fight Pass. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

The UFC 325 event takes place on January 31, 2026, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The main event features Alexander Volkanovski defending his UFC Featherweight Championship against Lopes. The fight is scheduled for five rounds in the welterweight class.

The main card begins at 09:20 PM EST. However, note that this time can vary depending on how long the undercard fights last. Viewers should be prepared for some flexibility in start times.

For those watching from different countries, please refer to the provided table with local start times to ensure you don't miss any action.

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Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes Betting Odds

• Favorite: Alexander Volkanovski : 1.7 (-140)
• Underdog: Diego Lopes : 2.2 (+125)

Alexander Volkanovski leads as the favorite, listed at 1.7 (-140). A $100 bet on him secures a profit of about $71. He holds 5.8 (+480) odds to win by KO/TKO/DQ, and 2.9 (+185) for decision wins.

Diego Lopes stands as the underdog at 2.2 (+125), with a $100 wager yielding a $125 gain. His odds are 4.6 (+360) for a KO/TKO/DQ victory and 8.0 (+700) to win by points or decision.

Volkanovski's favored status hints at confidence in his victory but not through knockout means. Lopes presents higher potential returns but faces tougher competition in Volkanovski.

Fighters Details

Alexander Volkanovski

• Nationality: Australia
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 168 cm
• Reach: 168 cm
• Total Fights: 31
• Record: 27 / 4 / 0

Diego Lopes

• Nationality: Brazil
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 180 cm
• Reach: 180 cm
• Total Fights: 34
• Record: 27 / 7 / 0

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