UFC on ESPN 69: Craig vs Bellato – Event Guide

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Paul Craig and Rodolfo Bellato are set to face off at UFC on ESPN 69 in Atlanta, Georgia. Both athletes are focused on improving their standing in the competitive light heavyweight division and are aiming to deliver peak performances to bounce back from their recent outings.

Craig, known by his moniker `Bearjew`, is coming off a unanimous decision loss to Bo Nickal in November, marking his ninth professional MMA defeat. Rodolfo Bellato`s last appearance resulted in a draw against Jimmy Crute earlier this year. Craig will need to effectively counter Bellato`s typically aggressive fighting style in their upcoming bout.

What Time is the Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato Fight?

Live coverage of the UFC on ESPN 69 main card is scheduled to begin at 07:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Use the table below to find the approximate start time for your location.

Region Date Main Card Start Time Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST) Saturday, June 14, 2025 07:00 PM 08:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT) Saturday, June 14, 2025 04:00 PM 05:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT) Saturday, June 14, 2025 11:00 PM 12:40 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT) Sunday, June 15, 2025 10:00 AM 11:40 AM

The event featuring the Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato fight is scheduled for June 14, 2025, with the ring walks estimated around 08:40 PM EST. It will be held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. This light heavyweight contest is part of the undercard, leading up to the main event between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley.

This UFC bout is slated for three rounds. Please be aware that the actual ring walk times can vary depending on the duration of the preceding fights on the card. Check the schedule for your local time zone to ensure you don`t miss the action.

Fighter Details

Paul Craig meets Rodolfo Bellato in a Light Heavyweight division clash.

Paul Craig

  • Nationality: Scotland
  • Height: 193 cm
  • Weight: 93.0 kg
  • Total Fights: 27
  • Record: 17 Wins / 9 Losses / 1 Draw

Paul Craig, known as `Bearjew`, represents Scotland and holds a professional record of 17 victories, including 4 by knockout. His most recent fight was a unanimous decision loss to Bo Nickal in the Middleweight division. While Nickal has fewer total fights than Craig, facing a strong opponent like Bellato presents a significant challenge for Craig.

Rodolfo Bellato

  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Height: 190 cm
  • Weight: 93.0 kg
  • Total Fights: 15
  • Record: 12 Wins / 2 Losses / 1 Draw

Rodolfo Bellato, nicknamed `Trator`, hails from Brazil. He has secured 12 wins in his career, with 7 coming via knockout. His last bout against fellow Light Heavyweight Jimmy Crute ended in a majority draw. Bellato`s solid performance against Crute suggests he is well-prepared for the challenge posed by Paul Craig.

Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato Betting Odds

  • Underdog: Paul Craig : 4.1 (+310)
  • Favorite: Rodolfo Bellato : 1.3 (-350)
Method of Victory Paul Craig Rodolfo Bellato
By KO/TKO or Disqualification 13.0 (+1200) 1.7 (-150)
By Decision or Technical Decision 10.0 (+900) 5.5 (+450)

How and Where to Watch the Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato Fight

The fight between Paul Craig and Rodolfo Bellato will be available for streaming via ESPN+.

Region Live-streaming
USA ESPN+

Availability of streaming services may vary by country due to broadcasting rights. Check local listings for options in your region.

UFC on ESPN 69 Fight Card

  • Kamaru Usman vs Joaquin Buckley (Main Event)
  • Rose Namajunas vs Miranda Maverick
  • Edmen Shahbazyan vs Andre Petroski
  • Cody Garbrandt vs Raoni Barcelos
  • Mansur Abdul-Malik vs Cody Brundage
  • Alonzo Menifield vs Oumar Sy
  • Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato
  • Michael Chiesa vs Court McGee
  • Malcolm Wellmaker vs Kris Moutinho
  • Cody Durden vs Jose Ochoa
  • Philip Rowe vs Ange Loosa
  • Vanessa Demopoulos vs Jamey-Lyn Horth
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