Get ready for a night of adrenaline-pumping action because UFC on ESPN 73 is here, and it’s packed with fights that could redefine the rankings! Mark your calendars for December 13, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT), as the UFC Apex in Las Vegas becomes the epicenter of MMA excitement. Whether you’re tuning in via ESPN2 or ESPN+, you won’t want to miss a second of our live, round-by-round coverage and official results.
But here’s where it gets controversial: In the main event, Brandon Royval (17-8 MMA, 7-4 UFC), fresh off a flyweight title challenge, faces off against the explosive Manel Kape (21-7 MMA, 6-3 UFC). Will Royval’s grit be enough to outlast Kape’s power? Or will Kape prove he’s the next big thing in the division? And in the co-main event, featherweight standout Giga Chikadze (15-5 MMA, 8-3 UFC) battles the rising star Kevin Vallejos (16-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC). Is Vallejos ready for the step up, or will Chikadze’s experience prevail? This is the part most people miss: These matchups aren’t just fights—they’re potential turning points in these fighters’ careers.
The action kicks off with the prelims at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+, followed by the main card at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN2. From Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson to Yaroslav Amosov vs. Neil Magny, every bout promises fireworks. And let’s not forget the intriguing clash between Cesar Almeida and Cezary Oleksiejczuk, or the explosive potential of Morgan Charriere vs. Melquizael Costa.
Here’s a thought-provoking question for you: With so many rising stars and seasoned veterans on the card, which fighter do you think will steal the show? Will it be a dominant performance, a shocking upset, or a fight that leaves us all in awe? Let us know in the comments—we want to hear your predictions and hot takes!
Below is the full lineup for UFC on ESPN 73. Grab your snacks, settle in, and join us for what promises to be an unforgettable night of fights. Enjoy the action, everyone!
UFC on ESPN 73 Lineup
MAIN CARD (ESPN+, 10 p.m. ET)
- Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape
- Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos
- Cesar Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk
- Morgan Charriere vs. Melquizael Costa
- Marcus Buchecha vs. Kennedy Nzechukwu
- Lance Gibson Jr. vs. King Green
PRELIMINARY CARD (ESPN+, 7 p.m. ET)
- Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson
- Joanderson Brito vs. Isaac Thomson
- Yaroslav Amosov vs. Neil Magny
- Steven Asplund vs. Sean Sharaf
- Melissa Croden vs. Luana Santos
- AJ Frye vs. Guilherme Pat
- Tereza Bleda vs. Jamey-Lyn Horth
