Event: | UFC on ESPN 22: Whittaker vs. Gastleum |
Date: | Sat., Apr. 17, 2021 |
Start time: | 8:00 PM ET (Main card) 5:00 PM ET (Prelims card) |
Total Fights: | 13 |
Main Event: | Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum |
Venue: | UFC APEX facility |
Location: | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA |
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the UFC APEX facility for UFC on ESPN 22 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. A middleweight match between Robert Whittaker and Kelvin Gastelum is set to headline this event. “Whittaker vs. Gastleum” will take place on Saturday, Apr. 17, in 3 years ago.
On Saturday night, we’ll also watch Jeremy Stephens battle Drakkar Klose in an excellent showdown. Jeremy Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose are targeted for a giant clash that’s also slated to take place at UFC on ESPN 22. Other announced fights include Alexander Romanov vs. Juan Espino; and Jessica Penne vs. Hannah Goldy.
So who is fighting on UFC on ESPN 22 on April 17th? Let’s take a look!
UFC on ESPN 22 card
UFC on ESPN 22 fight card consists of three sections: early prelims, prelims, and the main card. Early prelims showcase new and up-and-coming fighters. The preliminary card typically features four to five fights, ending with an exciting matchup just before the main card begins. The main card features the highly-anticipated fights, including the main event.
“Whittaker vs. Gastleum” is a Fight Night event, which means prelims and the main card will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+ streaming service. Find out how to watch the full event here.
Here are the bouts reported for UFC on ESPN 22 thus far in no particular order:
Main event:
- Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum
Full card:
- Jeremy Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose
- Jeremy Stephens vs. Drakkar Klose
- Alexander Romanov vs. Juan Espino
- Jessica Penne vs. Hannah Goldy
- Bill Algeo vs. Ricardo Ramos
- Luis Pena vs. Alex Munoz
- Gerald Meerschaert vs. Bartosz Fabinski
- Chase Sherman vs. Parker Porter
- Tracy Cortez vs. Justine Kish
- Natan Levy vs. Austin Hubbard
- Tony Gravely vs. Anthony Birchak
Please note, UFC on ESPN 22 fight card, bout order, and the number of matches subject to change due to unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, but rest assured that Kelvin Gastelum versus Robert Whittaker will be just one of the highlights on an action-packed night.
UFC on ESPN 22 time
While final details are still waiting to be confirmed, the UFC on ESPN 22 preliminary card is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM on ESPN/ESPN+, and the main ‘Whittaker vs. Gastleum’ card is set to start at 8:00 PM, with the main event beginning around 10:00 PM PM.
All times are in Eastern Time (ET). If you are in a different time zone, click here to find out exact time UFC on ESPN 22: Whittaker vs. Gastleum starts in your local area.
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