Julianna Pena and Kayla Harrison are scheduled to compete in a highly anticipated Bantamweight clash at UFC 316. The event will take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, promising an exciting showdown between these two American athletes.
Pena, known as `The Venezuelan Vixen`, hails from Spokane, Washington, holding a professional record of 12 wins and 5 losses. Her most recent outing in October 2024 resulted in a split decision victory over Raquel Pennington. Across the octagon, Kayla Harrison from Middletown, Ohio, boasts an impressive record of 18 wins and just one loss. Her last fight on the same date saw her secure a unanimous decision win against Ketlen Vieira.
UFC 316 Start Times and Schedule
The main card for UFC 316, featuring Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison, is set to begin live at 06:00 PM EST. Broadcast coverage will be available on TNT Sports, UFC Fight Pass, and ESPN+ PPV. Please consult the table below for approximate start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 01:20 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 12:20 PM |
UFC 316 is scheduled for June 7, 2025, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The fights are expected to start around 09:20 PM EST, though the exact time for the Pena vs. Harrison bout may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights on the card. Fans should verify local listings for precise start times in their respective time zones.
Please note that while the main event features Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O`Malley, the fight between Julianna Pena and Kayla Harrison is a prominent part of the undercard.
Fighter Profiles
Julianna Pena takes on Kayla Harrison for the UFC Bantamweight Championship title contention at UFC 316.
Julianna Pena
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 17
- Record: 12 Wins / 5 Losses / 0 Draws
Julianna Pena`s experience against strong opponents, including her recent split decision win, positions her for this challenging matchup against Harrison.
Kayla Harrison
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 61.2 kg
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 18 Wins / 1 Loss / 0 Draws
Kayla Harrison enters this fight with a dominant record, highlighted by her unanimous decision victory over Ketlen Vieira. Her background, particularly in judo, makes her a formidable presence in the octagon.
Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison Betting Odds
- Underdog: Julianna Pena : 6.0 (+500)
- Favorite: Kayla Harrison : 1.2 (-600)
| Method of victory | Julianna Pena | Kayla Harrison |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 18.0 (+1700) | 4.1 (+310) |
| By decision or technical decision | 15.0 (+1400) | 3.2 (+225) |
How to Watch the Fight
The Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison fight can be viewed via TNT Sports Box Office and UFC Fight Pass.
In the United States, watching the fight requires an ESPN+ subscription and purchasing the PPV card. An ESPN+ subscription is available for $10.99 per month or $109.99 annually.
UFC 316 Full Fight Card
Here is the complete fight card announced for UFC 316:
- Merab Dvalishvili vs Sean O`Malley
- Julianna Pena vs Kayla Harrison
- Kelvin Gastelum vs Joe Pyfer
- Mario Bautista vs Patrick Mix
- Vicente Luque vs Kevin Holland
- Bruno Silva vs Joshua Van
- Azamat Murzakanov vs Brendson Ribeiro
- Serghei Spivac vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta
- Ariane Lipski da Silva vs Cong Wang
- Joo Sang Yoo vs Jeka Saragih
- Quillan Salkilld vs Yanal Ashmouz
- MarQuel Mederos vs Mark Choinski
