Vanessa `Lil Monster` Demopoulos is set to face Talita `Problem Child` Alencar at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This strawweight bout will be part of the undercard for UFC on ESPN 65, headlined by Emmett vs. Murphy.
Demopoulos, a professional fighter since September 2023, brings a record of 11 wins, including one knockout. She aims to bounce back after a submission loss to Jaqueline Amorim. Alencar, who started her professional career in April 2024, has five wins without knockouts. She is also looking to recover from a decision loss to Stephanie Luciano.
Fight Time: Demopoulos vs Alencar
The main card featuring Vanessa Demopoulos vs Talita Alencar is scheduled to begin at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Check the table below for local times.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Demopoulos vs Alencar Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 03:00 PM | 03:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 09:00 AM | 09:00 AM |
UFC on ESPN 65 is scheduled for April 5, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, starting at 06:00 PM EST. The main event will feature Josh Emmett against Lerone Murphy. The Demopoulos vs. Alencar fight is on the undercard.
All fights are scheduled for three rounds. Please note that start times are approximate and may change based on the duration of earlier fights. Refer to local listings for the most accurate timings.
Fighter Profiles
Vanessa Demopoulos and Talita Alencar will compete in a Strawweight match without any title at stake.
Vanessa Demopoulos
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 157 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 17
- Record: 11-6-0
Vanessa Demopoulos, nicknamed `Lil Monster`, holds an MMA record of 11 wins and 6 losses. Her last fight resulted in a submission loss against Jaqueline Amorim, who has a 9-1 record. This highlights Demopoulos` need to improve her submission defense, especially against grapplers like Alencar.
Talita Alencar
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 152 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 5-1-1
Talita Alencar, known as `Problem Child`, has a record of 5 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw. Her recent loss was via unanimous decision to Stephanie Luciano, suggesting potential weakness against strikers. Against Demopoulos, Alencar’s grappling skills will be crucial.
Betting Odds
- Underdog: Vanessa Demopoulos : 2.0 (-105)
- Favorite: Talita Alencar : 1.9 (-110)
| Victory Method | Vanessa Demopoulos | Talita Alencar |
| By KO/TKO or Disqualification | 11.5 (+1050) | 24.0 (+2300) |
| By Decision or Technical Decision | 2.4 (+140) | 2.4 (+143) |
How to Watch
Viewers in the USA can watch Vanessa Demopoulos vs Talita Alencar on ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Fight Card
Full Fight Card for UFC on ESPN 65:
- Josh Emmet vs Lerone Murphy
- Pat Sabatini vs Joanderson Brito
- Cortavious Romious vs Chang Ho Lee
- Kennedy Nzechukwu vs Martin Buday
- Brad Tavares vs Gerald Meerschaert
- Torrez Finney vs Robert Valentin
- Ode Osbourne vs Luis Gurule
- Davey Grant vs Daniel Santos
- Rhys McKee vs Daniel Frunza
- Diana Belbita vs Dione Barbosa
- Konklak Suphisara vs Istela Nunes
- Victor Henry vs Pedro Falcao
- Vanessa Demopoulos vs Talita Alencar
