The highly anticipated middleweight clash between rising Cameroonian star Ateba Abega Gautier and experienced Swiss martial artist Robert Valentin is set to ignite the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. This bout, part of UFC 318, serves as an exciting preliminary fight leading up to the main event, Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier. Gautier, known as `The Silent Assassin,` enters the octagon with an impressive professional record of seven wins and one loss, six of which were stunning knockouts, including his recent dominant victory over Jose Medina. His powerful striking ability presents a significant challenge for Valentin, who, despite a strong ten-win record, is coming off a defeat to Torrez Finney and possesses a comparatively lower knockout rate.
What Time is the Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin Fight?
Catch the Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin fight live as part of the UFC 318 event. Broadcast coverage is scheduled to begin at 06:00 PM EST on platforms like DAZN, ESPN+, and TNT Sports. UFC 318 will be held at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 19, 2025. The overall event kicks off at 07:40 PM EST.
As an undercard bout for the Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier main event, the middleweight contest between Gautier and Valentin is slated for three rounds. Please note that the exact start time for this specific fight may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights on the card. Viewers are advised to consult local broadcast schedules for precise timings in their respective regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 07:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 04:40 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, July 19, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 11:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, July 20, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 10:40 AM |
Fighter Details
This middleweight showdown at UFC 318 will see Ateba Abega Gautier go head-to-head with Robert Valentin. No championship titles are at stake in this particular bout.
Ateba Abega Gautier
- Nationality: Cameroon
- Height: 193 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 8
- Record: 7 wins / 1 loss / 0 draws
Ateba Abega Gautier boasts a professional fighting record of 7 wins and 1 loss. Notably, six of his victories have come by way of knockout, underscoring his powerful striking ability. His most recent win was a decisive KO against Jose Medina, a fighter with a respectable record in the division, demonstrating Gautier`s effectiveness. This strong track record and recent dominant performance position Gautier with a distinct advantage in the upcoming fight.
Robert Valentin
- Nationality: Switzerland
- Height: 188 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 15
- Record: 10 wins / 5 losses / 0 draws
Robert Valentin`s professional record stands at 10 wins and 5 losses. His last outing resulted in a split decision loss to the undefeated Torrez Finney. This recent performance suggests potential weaknesses when facing highly skilled adversaries, a factor that could be exploited by a formidable opponent like Gautier.
Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin Betting Odds
- Favorite: Ateba Gautier : 1.3 (-350)
- Underdog: Robert Valentin : 3.4 (+240)
How and Where to Watch the Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin Fight
Fans eager to watch the Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin fight can tune in via major sports streaming platforms such as DAZN, ESPN+, and TNT Sports.
UFC 318 Full Fight Card
- Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier
- Paulo Costa vs Roman Kopylov
- Kevin Holland vs Daniel Rodriguez
- Dan Ige vs Patricio Freire
- Michael Johnson vs Daniel Zellhuber
- Kyler Phillips vs Vinicius Oliveira
- Marvin Vettori vs Brendan Allen
- Francisco Prado vs Nikolay Veretennikov
- Ateba Abega Gautier vs Robert Valentin
- Adam Fugitt vs Islam Dulatov
- Jimmy Crute vs Marcin Prachnio
- Ryan Spann vs Lukasz Brzeski
- Brunno Ferreira vs Jackson McVey
- Nicolle Caliari vs Carli Judice
