UFC on ESPN 69: Malcolm Wellmaker vs Kris Moutinho Bout

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Malcolm Wellmaker, known by his nickname `The Machine,` is scheduled to face Kris Moutinho in a bantamweight contest at the upcoming UFC on ESPN 69 event. This bout is featured on the undercard leading up to the main event between Kamaru Usman and Joaquin Buckley. Both fighters are American and will compete at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

Malcolm Wellmaker commenced his professional fighting career before June 2020 and holds an unblemished record of 9 wins, with five of these victories coming via knockout. His recent dominant win against Cameron Saaiman has added considerable confidence heading into this fight. Kris Moutinho turned professional earlier, before August 2017. He has accumulated 14 wins, including six knockouts, but has also suffered six losses, which points to some vulnerability. Moutinho is coming off a recent victory over Johnny Campbell, boosting his morale for this challenge.

Expected Fight Timing

The live broadcast for the UFC on ESPN 69 event, including the undercard fights like Wellmaker vs. Moutinho, is set to begin at 7:00 PM EST on ESPN+. The table below provides estimated start times for the main card and ring walks in various time zones.

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

The UFC on ESPN 69 event is scheduled for June 14, 2025, taking place at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

The main event features Kamaru Usman vs. Joaquin Buckley. The bantamweight fight between Wellmaker and Moutinho is on the undercard and is planned for three rounds.

Please note that the exact start time for any specific fight on the undercard can fluctuate based on how long the preceding bouts last. It is recommended to check local broadcast schedules closer to the event date for the most precise timing information relative to the Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Fighter Profiles

Here are the profiles for Malcolm Wellmaker and Kris Moutinho ahead of their bantamweight clash at UFC on ESPN 69.

Malcolm Wellmaker

  • Nationality: United States
  • Height: 175 cm (5`9″)
  • Weight: 61.2 kg (135 lbs)
  • Total Fights: 9
  • Record: 9 wins, 0 losses, 0 draws (9-0-0)

Malcolm Wellmaker, also known as `The Machine,` holds a perfect professional record of 9 wins and no losses, with 5 of those victories coming by knockout. In his most recent fight, he secured a knockout win against Cameron Saaiman, who had a respectable record of 9 wins and 3 losses. Wellmaker`s powerful striking is a key asset he brings to this matchup, potentially posing a significant threat to Moutinho.

Kris Moutinho

  • Nationality: United States
  • Height: 170 cm (5`7″)
  • Weight: 61.2 kg (135 lbs)
  • Total Fights: 20
  • Record: 14 wins, 6 losses, 0 draws (14-6-0)

Kris Moutinho`s professional record stands at 14 wins and 6 losses. He has achieved 6 wins by knockout but has also suffered 4 knockout defeats. His latest performance was a TKO victory over Johnny Campbell. While coming off a win, Moutinho`s record, including susceptibility to being finished, suggests he faces a considerable challenge against the undefeated Wellmaker.

Betting Odds

Here are the current betting odds for the Malcolm Wellmaker vs. Kris Moutinho fight, indicating Wellmaker as the clear favorite.

  • Favorite: Malcolm Wellmaker : 1.1 (-1600)
  • Underdog: Kris Moutinho : 11.0 (+1000)
Method of Victory Malcolm Wellmaker Kris Moutinho
By KO/TKO or disqualification 1.5 (-200) 11.0 (+1000)
By decision or technical decision 6.0 (+500) 10.0 (+900)

Where to Watch

The Malcolm Wellmaker vs. Kris Moutinho fight, as part of the UFC on ESPN 69 event, can be watched via ESPN+ in the United States.

Region Live-streaming
USA ESPN+

Full Fight Card

Below is the complete fight card for UFC on ESPN 69:

  • 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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