Hyun Sung Park, known as `Peace of Mind` and hailing from South Korea, is scheduled to face Carlos Hernandez, an accomplished fighter from Chicago, USA. This flyweight undercard bout is set to take place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas during UFC Fight Night 256. Both athletes are familiar competitors in the flyweight division.
Hyun Sung Park comes into this fight undefeated with a 9-0 professional record. He is particularly noted for his finishing ability, having secured four victories by knockout. His most recent win was a TKO against Shannon Ross in December 2023. In contrast, Carlos Hernandez holds a 10-4 record, showcasing endurance and strategic ring presence. His last victory was a split decision win over Nyamjargal Tumendemberel in late 2024, indicating his capacity to navigate full fights rather than relying solely on knockout power.
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Fight Start Time
The live coverage for UFC Fight Night 256, including the undercard bout between Hyun Sung Park and Carlos Hernandez, is scheduled to begin at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. The event takes place on May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The approximate ring walk time for Park vs. Hernandez is 04:20 PM EST.
Please note that the precise start time for each individual fight can vary depending on the duration of earlier bouts on the card. For viewers outside the Eastern Time Zone, consult the table below for specific start times in your region.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:20 AM |
This event features standard three-round bouts and is part of the Fight Nights series.
How to Watch Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
The fight between Hyun Sung Park and Carlos Hernandez can be watched via ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Betting Odds
According to the current odds, Hyun Sung Park is favored in this matchup with odds of 1.5 (-185). Carlos Hernandez is positioned as the underdog with odds of 2.5 (+155).
| Method of victory | Hyun Sung Park | Carlos Hernandez |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.2 (+420) | 20.0 (+1900) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.9 (+185) | 3.2 (+220) |
These odds reflect a strong belief in Park`s likelihood of winning, especially by knockout, although a decision win for Park is also considered more probable than a victory by Hernandez via any method.
Fighters Details
Hyun Sung Park
- Nationality: South Korea
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 9
- Record: 9 / 0 / 0
Carlos Hernandez
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 165 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 10 / 4 / 0
UFC Fight Night 256 Full Fight Card
- Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales (Main Event)
- Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato
- Sodiq Yusuff vs Mairon Santos
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev
- Julian Erosa vs Melquizael Costa
- Gabriel Green vs Matheus Camilo
- Jared Gordon vs Thiago Moises
- Yadier Del Valle vs Connor Matthews
- Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa
- Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
- Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
- Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro
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