UFC Tonight: When Does the UFC Nashville Fight Schedule Commence?
In the main event of UFC Nashville, taking place tonight at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira will square off in a heavyweight showdown. The fight will be broadcast on ESPN and will also stream on ESPN+, promising an electrifying night for MMA fans.
Derrick Lewis, ranked No. 9 in the UFC's heavyweight division, boasts a UFC record of 15 knockouts, making him a formidable opponent. However, his opponent, Tallison Teixeira, is no stranger to early finishes either. All eight of Teixeira's career wins have come via first-round stoppage, and he is currently ranked No. 13 in the heavyweight weight class.
Teixeira made his official UFC debut in February 2025 and has been undefeated since, with a record of 8-0. His youth, reach advantage, and striking prowess have led most analysts to predict a TKO/KO finish in his favour, likely within the first two rounds.
Despite his knockout power and experience, Lewis is considered past his prime at the age of 40. However, his ability to end fights with a single punch keeps him dangerous throughout the bout, making this a potentially dramatic and explosive heavyweight matchup.
In terms of betting odds, Teixeira is the favourite with odds around -280 to -325. A bettor would risk $280-$325 to win $100 on him. Lewis, on the other hand, is the underdog with odds roughly +220 to +260, indicating a $100 bet could win $220-$260 if he pulls off the upset.
The main card of UFC Nashville starts at 9:00 p.m. ET and also features fights between Junior Tafa and Tuco Tokkos in the light heavyweight division, Vitor Petrino and Austen Lane in the heavyweight division, Calvin Kattar and Steve Garcia in the featherweight division, and Nate Landwehr and Morgan Charriere in the featherweight division.
Derrick Lewis has a UFC heavyweight record of eight fight-night bonus awards, showcasing his exciting fighting style. Lewis, a former UFC title challenger, has been with the UFC since 2014. Stephen Thompson and Gabriel Bonfim are also scheduled to fight in the welterweight division on the main card.
The preliminary card of UFC Nashville starts at 6:00 p.m. ET. This event promises to be a thrilling night of MMA action, with Lewis and Teixeira's heavyweight clash serving as the main event. Don't miss it!
Sports enthusiasts, particularly those interested in mixed-martial-arts (MMA), are in for a treat tonight as the UFC Fight Night, specifically the UFC Nashville main event, unfolds at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. In this heavyweight showdown, Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira will face off.
Derrick Lewis, a powerhouse in the UFC's heavyweight division, has notched 15 knockouts, while Teixeira, relatively young at 8-0 since his UFC debut in 2025, has eight first-round stoppage victories to his name. Despite Lewis' advanced age and questionable prime, his one-punch finishing ability keeps him a threat throughout the fight. This highly anticipated clash promises to be both dramatic and explosive.
