Tecia Pennington and Luana Pinheiro are set to compete at UFC Fight Night 256. Taking place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, this strawweight bout is crucial for both fighters looking to advance in the division.
Pennington, known as `The Tiny Tornado`, boasts a record of 14 wins. A seasoned fighter, her last victory was a unanimous decision against Carla Esparza. With her consistent style, she will face the slightly taller Pinheiro, who is coming off a loss to Gillian Robertson last November.
Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Fight Time
Live coverage for the Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro bout is scheduled to begin as part of the main card. Consult the table below for approximate start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Approx. Main Card Start Time | Pennington vs Pinheiro Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:00 AM |
UFC Fight Night 256 is scheduled for May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event kicks off at 04:00 PM EST. The strawweight fight between Tecia Pennington and Luana Pinheiro is featured on the undercard. The main event of the night is a welterweight bout between Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales.
Please note that the specific time for the Pennington vs. Pinheiro fight might vary depending on the duration of earlier bouts. Always check local schedules closer to the event for the most accurate start time.
How to Watch Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro
The fight between Tecia Pennington and Luana Pinheiro will be available for streaming via official broadcasters.
| Region | Live Stream |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro Betting Odds
- Favorite: Tecia Pennington : 1.3 (-325)
- Underdog: Luana Pinheiro : 3.8 (+275)
| Method of victory | Tecia Pennington | Luana Pinheiro |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 11.0 (+1000) | 19.0 (+1800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 1.5 (-182) | 6.0 (+500) |
Based on the odds, Tecia Pennington is the clear favorite at 1.3 (-325). Betting $325 on Pennington would result in a $100 profit if she wins. Luana Pinheiro is the underdog at 3.8 (+275), where a $100 bet would return $275 in profit.
The odds suggest that Pennington is highly favored to win by decision, with odds of 1.5 (-182). A decision victory for Pinheiro is considered less likely, with odds at 6.0 (+500). The odds for either fighter to win by knockout, technical knockout, or disqualification are considerably higher, indicating these outcomes are seen as less probable. Overall, betting leans heavily towards Pennington securing a win, most likely by decision.
Fighter Details
Tecia Pennington
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 155 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 21
- Record: 14 / 7 / 0
Luana Pinheiro
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 163 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 15
- Record: 11 / 4 / 0
UFC Fight Night 256: Full Fight Card
- Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales (Main Event)
- Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato
- Sodiq Yusuff vs Mairon Santos
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev
- Julian Erosa vs Melquizael Costa
- Gabriel Green vs Matheus Camilo
- Jared Gordon vs Thiago Moises
- Yadier Del Valle vs Connor Matthews
- Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa
- Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
- Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
- Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro
