| Event: | UFC Vegas 72: Pavlovich vs. Blaydes |
| Date: | Sat., Apr. 22, 2023 |
| Start time: | 7:00 PM ET (Main card) 4:00 PM ET (Prelims card) |
| Total Fights: | 14 |
| Main Event: | Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes |
| Venue: | UFC Apex |
| Location: | Las Vegas, Nevada |
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the UFC Apex for UFC Vegas 72 in Las Vegas, Nevada. A heavyweight match between Sergei Pavlovich and Curtis Blaydes is set to headline this event. “Pavlovich vs. Blaydes” will take place on Saturday, Apr. 22, in 1 year ago.
On Saturday night, we’ll also bear witness Yadong Song battle Ricky Simon in an interesting bout. Brad Tavares vs. Bruno Silva are targeted for a giant clash that’s also slated to take place at UFC Vegas 72. Other announced fights include Jared Gordon vs. Bobby Green; and Karol Rosa vs. Norma Dumont.
So who is fighting on UFC Vegas 72 on April 22nd? Let’s take a look!
UFC Vegas 72 card
UFC Vegas 72 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.
“Pavlovich vs. Blaydes” 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 Vegas 72 thus far in no particular order:
Main event:
- Sergei Pavlovich vs. Curtis Blaydes
Full card:
- Yadong Song vs. Ricky Simon
- Brad Tavares vs. Bruno Silva
- Jared Gordon vs. Bobby Green
- Karol Rosa vs. Norma Dumont
- Montel Jackson vs. Rani Yahya
- Iasmin Lucindo vs. Melissa Martinez
- Batgerel Danaa vs. Brady Hiestand
- Christos Giagos vs. Ricky Glenn
- Francis Marshall vs. William Gomis
- Priscila Cachoeira vs. Karine Silva
- Carlos Candelario vs. Rafael Ramos Estevam
Please note, UFC Vegas 72 fight card, bout order, and the number of matches subject to change due to unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, but rest assured that Curtis Blaydes versus Sergei Pavlovich will be just one of the highlights on this electric night.
UFC Vegas 72 time
While final details are still waiting to be confirmed, the UFC Vegas 72 preliminary card is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM on ESPN/ESPN+, and the main ‘Pavlovich vs. Blaydes’ card is set to start at 7:00 PM, with the main event beginning around 9:00 PM PM.
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