Christian Rodriguez will battle Melquizael Costa at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, as part of the UFC on ESPN 64 event, leading up to the Brandon Moreno vs. Steve Erceg main event. This featherweight bout promises to be an exciting contest on the global stage.
Christian Rodriguez, a professional since 2017, boasts a record of 12 wins, including a unanimous decision victory over Austin Bashi. Notably resilient, he has never been defeated by knockout, despite two losses in his career. Melquizael Costa turned pro earlier in 2014 and has amassed 22 wins, with seven by knockout. His recent submission victory via guillotine choke against Andre Fili showcases his grappling skills.
Fight Time: Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa
The main card for the Christian Rodriguez vs. Melquizael Costa fight will begin at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+ and TNT Sports Box Office. Check the table below for local start times.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, March 30, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:20 AM |
The UFC event is scheduled for March 29, 2025, at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico, featuring the featherweight clash between Rodriguez and Costa. This fight is part of the preliminary card leading to the main event with Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg. The fights are expected to commence around 04:20 PM EST.
Please note that fight timings are approximate and can fluctuate depending on the duration of earlier fights. Viewers should consult local listings for precise start times in their time zones.
Fighter Information
Christian Rodriguez and Melquizael Costa will compete in a Featherweight match at UFC on ESPN 64. No titles are on the line.
Christian Rodriguez
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 65.8 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 12 – 2 – 0
Christian Rodriguez holds a professional record of 12 wins and 2 losses. His recent unanimous decision victory over Austin Bashi, who has a record of 13 wins and 1 loss, demonstrates his ability to win through decisions, which could be advantageous against Costa.
Melquizael Costa
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 65.8 kg
- Total Fights: 29
- Record: 22 – 7 – 0
Melquizael Costa`s record stands at 22 wins and 7 losses. His recent submission win against Andre Fili, who has a record of 24 wins and 12 losses, highlights his submission prowess, posing a potential threat to Rodriguez if the fight goes to the ground.
Betting Odds
- Favorite: Christian Rodriguez : 1.6 (-155)
- Underdog: Melquizael Costa : 2.4 (+135)
| Method of victory | Christian Rodriguez | Melquizael Costa |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 11.0 (+1000) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.1 (+110) | 3.4 (+240) |
How to Watch
Viewers in the USA can watch Christian Rodriguez vs. Melquizael Costa on ESPN. For viewers in the UK and Ireland, the fight will be available on TNT Sports Box Office.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | TNT Sports Box Office |
Fight Card
- Brandon Moreno vs Steve Erceg
- Kelvin Gastelum vs Joe Pyfer
- Ronaldo Rodriguez vs Kevin Borjas
- Manuel Torres vs Drew Dober
- Lupita Godinez vs Julia Polastri
- Jose Medina vs Ateba Abega Gautier
- David Martinez vs Saimon Oliveira
- Edgar Chairez vs C.J. Vergara
- Rafa Garcia vs Vinc Pichel
- Raul Rosas Jr. vs Vince Morales
- Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa
- Jamall Emmers vs Gabriel Miranda
