UFC Fight Night 256 features a compelling strawweight clash between Tecia Pennington and Luana Pinheiro. This event is set to take place at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas. Both fighters are eager to secure a victory and improve their standing in the competitive strawweight division.
Pennington, known by her nickname `The Tiny Tornado`, is a veteran fighter with a record of 14 wins. Her most recent win was a unanimous decision victory over Carla Esparza. She is recognized for her consistent performance and technical style. She faces Luana Pinheiro, who is slightly taller and is coming off a loss to Gillian Robertson in November.
Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Start Time
The live broadcast for the main card of UFC Fight Night 256 is scheduled to commence at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below to determine the corresponding time in your local area.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:00 AM |
UFC Fight Night 256 is scheduled for May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, beginning at 04:00 PM EST. The strawweight bout featuring Raquel Pennington and Luana Pinheiro is part of the undercard. The event`s main event features Gilbert Burns against Michael Morales.
Please note that the exact start time for the Pennington vs. Pinheiro fight might be adjusted based on the duration of the preceding fights on the card. It is advisable to verify local start times to ensure you do not miss the action. Check the schedule for your specific time zone for the most accurate timing.
How to Watch Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro
The Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro fight can be watched via ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Betting Odds
- Favorite: Tecia Pennington : 1.3 (-325)
- Underdog: Luana Pinheiro : 3.8 (+275)
| Method of victory | Tecia Pennington | Luana Pinheiro |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 11.0 (+1000) | 19.0 (+1800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.5 (-182) | 6.0 (+500) |
Tecia Pennington is positioned as the favorite for this fight with odds of 1.3 (-325). A wager of $325 on Pennington would result in a $100 profit if she wins. Luana Pinheiro is the underdog, listed with odds of 3.8 (+275). A $100 bet on Pinheiro would return $275 in profit upon her victory.
The odds suggest that a victory for Pennington by decision is quite likely, listed at 1.5 (-182). Pinheiro winning by decision has longer odds at 6.0 (+500). The odds for either fighter securing a win by KO/TKO or disqualification are high, indicating that outcome is considered less probable. Overall, the betting lines favor Tecia Pennington, particularly winning via decision.
Fighters Details
Tecia Pennington
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 155 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 21
- Record: 14 / 7 / 0 (Wins / Losses / Draws)
Luana Pinheiro
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 163 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 15
- Record: 11 / 4 / 0 (Wins / Losses / Draws)
UFC Fight Night 256 Full Card
Here is the complete fight card announced for UFC Fight Night 256:
- 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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