| Event: | UFC on ABC 3: Ortega vs. Rodriguez |
| Date: | Sat., Jul. 16, 2022 |
| Start time: | 2:00 PM ET (Main card) 11:00 AM ET (Prelims card) |
| Total Fights: | 12 |
| Main Event: | Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez |
| Venue: | UBS Arena |
| Location: | Elmont, New York |
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the UBS Arena for UFC on ABC 3 in Elmont, New York. A featherweight match between Brian Ortega and Yair Rodriguez is set to headline this event. “Ortega vs. Rodriguez” will take place on Saturday, Jul. 16, in 1 year and 10 months ago.
On Saturday night, we’ll also watch Amanda Lemos battle Michelle Waterson-Gomez in an excellent contest. Jingliang Li vs. Muslim Salikhov are targeted for a big clash that’s also slated to take place at UFC on ABC 3. Other announced fights include Matt Schnell vs. Su Mudaerji; and Shane Burgos vs. Charles Jourdain.
So who is fighting on UFC on ABC 3 on July 16th? Let’s take a look!
UFC on ABC 3 card
UFC on ABC 3 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 usually 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.
“Ortega vs. Rodriguez” 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 confirmed for UFC on ABC 3 thus far in no particular order:
Main event:
- Brian Ortega vs. Yair Rodriguez
Full card:
- Amanda Lemos vs. Michelle Waterson-Gomez
- Jingliang Li vs. Muslim Salikhov
- Matt Schnell vs. Su Mudaerji
- Shane Burgos vs. Charles Jourdain
- Lauren Murphy vs. Miesha Tate
- Punahele Soriano vs. Dalcha Lungiambula
- Ricky Simon vs. Jack Shore
- Bill Algeo vs. Herbert Burns
- Dustin Jacoby vs. Da Un Jung
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs. Dwight Grant
- Emily Ducote vs. Jessica Penne
Please note, UFC on ABC 3 fight card, bout order, and the number of matches subject to change due to unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, but rest assured that Yair Rodriguez versus Brian Ortega will be just one of the highlights on an action-packed night.
UFC on ABC 3 time
While final details are still waiting to be confirmed, the UFC on ABC 3 preliminary card is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM on ESPN/ESPN+, and the main ‘Ortega vs. Rodriguez’ card is set to start at 2:00 PM, with the main event beginning around 4:00 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 ABC 3: Ortega vs. Rodriguez starts in your local area.
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