In Las Vegas, Nevada, fight fans prepare for an exciting night at the Meta APEX facility where Brazilian fighter Jean Matsumoto faces Afghan talent Farid Basharat in a lightweight UFC bout.
Jean Matsumoto hails from Sao Paulo with a remarkable 17-1 professional record since his debut seven years ago. Despite no known titles or recent bouts indicated, his orthodox style aligns with what he's shown against past adversaries of the same newfound platform so far. Basharat, undefeated through 14 bouts, started his professional career eight years prior; being orthodox too and currently stationed in Nevada gives him familiar surroundings.
What time is Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat fight
Live coverage for the Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on Paramount+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026 | 05:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026 | 02:00 PM | 05:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026 | 09:00 PM | 12:00 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 | 08:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
The UFC Fight Night event will take place on February 7, 2026, at 8:00 PM EST. The venue is Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event features Mario Bautista against Vinicius Oliveira.
On the undercard, we have a lightweight bout between Ryo Matsumoto and Javid Basharat. This fight is scheduled for three rounds. Keep in mind that the start time of individual fights may vary based on the duration of earlier bouts.
Make sure to check the local start times for your country to catch all the action live.
Fighters Details
Jean Matsumoto faces Farid Basharat in a three-round match with no belts on the line.
Jean Matsumoto
- Nationality: Brazil
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 168 cm
- Reach: 168 cm
- Total Fights: 18
- Record: 17 / 1 / 0
Jean Matsumoto has 18 total fights, with an impressive record of 17 wins and only 1 loss. His career highlights don't include awards or titles yet, but his last bout showed dominance. In similar lightweight fights, he consistently overcame opponents, suggesting strong preparation to challenge Basharat.
Farid Basharat
- Nationality: Afghanistan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 173 cm
- Reach: 173 cm
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 14 / 0 / 0
Farid Basharat is undefeated with a record of 14-0. He has steadily climbed the ranks without major titles yet. Basharat's past opponents had lesser win records, giving him the edge in most bouts. His unblemished record could make this fight challenging for Matsumoto.
How and where to watch the Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat Fight
You can watch Jean Matsumoto vs Farid Basharat via Paramount+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| Canada | Paramount+ |
| UK and Ireland | Paramount+ |
| Australia | Paramount+ |
| India | Paramount+ |
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