What time is UFC Fight Night Tonight? Reese vs Pereira - Start times, Schedules, Fight Card

Zach Reese and Michel Pereira step into the octagon at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. This cruiserweight bout is part of the undercard for UFC Fight Night, with Sean Strickland taking on Anthony Hernandez in the main event.

Zach Reese from Shiner, Texas, stands 193 cm tall. He has collected 10 wins against 2 losses. Michel "Demolidor" Pereira hails from Brazil and holds a record of 31 wins and 14 losses. His reach measures up to 186 cm. Both fighters use an orthodox stance, promising aggressive exchanges.

Reese's track shows resilience despite limited pro action compared to Pereira’s extensive fighting history. Pereira's previous victories over skilled opponents exhibit his experience advantage. This fight could turn on strategy as both possess unique skills and styles suited for cruiserweight battles.

What time is Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira fight

Live coverage for the Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira 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	Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026	05:00 PM	07:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026	02:00 PM	04:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026	09:00 PM	11:40 PM
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026	08:00 AM	10:40 AM

The UFC Fight Night takes place tonight, February 21, 2026, at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. The event starts at 07:40 PM EST. The main event features Sean Strickland against Anthony Hernandez. Reese vs Pereira is part of the undercard and not the main event.

Reese and Pereira will fight in the cruiserweight class for three rounds. The exact time of their fight may vary depending on how long the earlier fights last.

Check your local time zone for accurate start times.

How and where to watch the Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira Fight

You can watch Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira via Paramount+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	Paramount+
Canada	Paramount+
UK and Ireland	Paramount+
Australia	Paramount+
India	Paramount+

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Zach Reese vs Michel Pereira Betting Odds

Underdog: Zach Reese : 2.5 (+145)
Favorite: Michel Pereira : 1.6 (-166)

Method of victory	Zach Reese	Michel Pereira
By KO/TKO or disqualification	4.6 (+360)	3.0 (+200)
By decision or technical decision	7.0 (+600)	6.0 (+500)

Zach Reese steps into the ring as the underdog, boasting a 2.5 (+145) chance to win outright. Michel Pereira holds the favorite spot at 1.6 (-166). If Zach wins by KO/TKO/DQ, odds are 4.6 (+360). Michel's knockout odds are set at 3.0 (+200). For a decision victory, Zach holds at 7.0 (+600), while Michel’s chances sit at 6.0 (+500). Bettors expect a challenging fight but lean toward Pereira's favor due to his shorter values and lower returns for potential bettors.