UFC 257 Start Time – What Time Is ‘Poirier vs. McGregor 2’?

UFC 257 is nearly upon us. We are just 3 years ago away from the PPV big card. The card takes place in the Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, AE on January 23rd. Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier are set to headline the main event. In the co-main, UFC lightweight Michael Chandler will face Dan Hooker in what promises to be a excellent fight. These are just a few of the many great fights scheduled for UFC 257. You can view the complete UFC 257 fight card.

When is UFC 257

The event takes place Saturday, January 23, 2021 — 3 years ago. Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, AE plays host. In the US, you can watch the event on ESPN+ PPV.

What time does UFC 257 start?

The prelims start 5:00 PM and the main card at 7:00 PM. The times are in Eastern Time. If you are in a different time zone, see below for a complete list of international start times.

What time is the main event is UFC 257?

Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier will step in the Octagon at around 12:15 AM PM, depending on the outcome of the previous bouts.

Below is exactly when all the fights are airing, including international start times.

UFC 257 start time

United States

• The main card starts Jan. 23, 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT).
• The prelims start Jan. 23, 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT).

UK & Ireland

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 4:00 AM GMT.
• The prelims start Jan. 24, 2:00 AM GMT.

Australia

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 2:00 PM AEDT.
• The prelims start Jan. 24, 12:00 PM AEDT.

Mexico

• The main card starts Jan. 23, 9:00 PM CST.
• The prelims start Jan. 23, 7:00 PM CST.

Canada

• The main card starts Jan. 23, 10:00 PM EST.
• The prelims start Jan. 23, 8:00 PM EST.

Hawaii

• The main card starts Jan. 23, 5:00 PM HST.
• The prelims start Jan. 23, 3:00 PM HST.

Japan

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 12:00 PM JST.
• The prelims start Jan. 24, 10:00 AM JST.

Russia

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 6:00 AM MSK.
• The prelims start Jan. 24, 4:00 AM MSK.

Brazil

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 12:00 AM BRT.
• The prelims start Jan. 23, 10:00 PM BRT.

South Korea

• The main card starts Jan. 24, 12:00 PM KST.
• The prelims start Jan. 24, 10:00 AM KST.