UFC Fight Night 2025 Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva: Preview, fight card, start time, where to watch & more
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UFC honours Mexican fighters this week!
For the third straight year, the UFC is celebrating Mexican Independence Day weekend with a stacked fight card under the Noche UFC banner. After two years in Las Vegas, both headlined by unforgettable flyweight title clashes between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko, the tradition now makes its way to Texas.
On Saturday night, the Octagon lands inside the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, promising an action-packed evening that continues the spirit of honoring Mexican fighters and fight fans.
This time, the spotlight shifts to the featherweight division, where rising stars Diego Lopes and Jean Silva square off in the main event. Both men have quickly built reputations as dangerous finishers, and with title implications looming large in one of the UFC’s deepest weight classes, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
The main card also features seasoned contenders and exciting prospects alike, including Rob Font, Kelvin Gastelum, and Alexander Hernandez, ensuring plenty of fireworks before the headliner. Meanwhile, the prelims showcase talents such as Tatiana Suarez and Amanda Lemos, adding further intrigue to a night stacked with international flavour.
With passionate crowds expected and high stakes across the board, Noche UFC 2025 looks set to deliver yet another unforgettable night of fights.
UFC Noche: Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva main card
- Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva
- Rob Font vs David Martinez
- Rafa Garcia vs Jared Gordon
- Kelvin Gastelum vs Dustin Stotlzfus
- Alexander Hernandez vs Diego Ferreira
- Santiago Luna vs Quang Le
UFC Noche: Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva preliminary card
- Jose Daniel Medina vs Dusko Todorovic
- Claudio Puelles vs Joaquim Silva
- Tatiana Suarez vs Amanda Lemos
- Jesus Aguilar vs Luis Gurule
- Zachary Reese vs Sedriques Dumas
- Alessandro Costa vs Alden Coria
- Montse Rendon vs Alice Pereira
- Rodrigo Sezinando vs Daniil Donchenko
Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva
Brazilians Diego Lopes and Jean Silva will close out Saturday night’s third installment of Noche UFC with a high-stakes featherweight showdown that promises fireworks.
Lopes has quickly become one of the most talked-about fighters at 145 pounds. After stepping in on short notice at UFC 288 and earning widespread respect, he went on an impressive five-fight win streak, capped by a statement victory over Brian Ortega at last year’s Noche UFC.
That run earned him a title shot against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 314, but a slow start proved costly, as he dropped a decision in his bid for the vacant belt. Now, the dynamic finisher looks to reassert himself as a top contender.
Across from him stands Silva, another fast-rising Brazilian talent who has made a flawless start to his UFC career. Since debuting in 2023 alongside his Fighting Nerds teammates, Silva has delivered five straight wins, including a knockout of Melsik Baghdasaryan and a submission of Bryce Mitchell earlier this year.
Their clash is compelling not only because of their aggressive, all-action styles, but also due to Silva’s team looking to rebound after a tough outing in Paris. A win for either fighter could be the ticket to a 2026 title opportunity.
Rob Font vs David Martinez
The bantamweight division gets a classic “veteran versus prospect” matchup on Saturday as Rob Font takes on rising newcomer David Martinez in a pivotal clash.
Font, a staple of the Top 10 for years, has had to regroup after a rough patch where he managed just one victory across five outings. Seeking a fresh start, the Massachusetts native relocated his training camps to Montreal’s famed Tristar Gym.
The move has paid dividends, as Font has since secured back-to-back decision wins, first over Kyler Phillips last October and then against Jean Matsumoto earlier this year, reestablishing his footing among the division’s elite.
On the other side stands Martinez, a 27-year-old prospect with momentum firmly on his side. Riding an eight-fight winning streak, the DWCS alum earned his UFC contract in style before making a statement in his promotional debut this past March, stopping Saimon Oliveira in the first round.
Originally slated to face Quang Le, Martinez stepped up when Raul Rosas Jr. withdrew, seizing the chance to test himself against a proven contender like Font.
With both men already primed for action, this fight poses the ultimate question: can Font prove his veteran savvy still holds up, or will Martinez announce himself as the UFC’s newest bantamweight threat?
Date, Time and Venue
| Event Details | Information |
| Date | Saturday, September 13, 2025 |
| Location | San Antonio, Texas, United States |
| Venue | Frost Bank Center |
| Capacity | Approximately 18,500 |
| Prelims Start Time (ET) | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
| Prelims Start Time (India) | 12:30 AM IST (Sunday) |
| Main Card Start Time (ET) | 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT |
| Main Card Start Time (India) | 3:30 AM IST (Sunday) |
| Where to Watch | ESPN+ (United States) |
Where to watch UFC Noche: Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva in India?
Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva will exclusively air live on Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv in India.
Where to watch around the globe?
To catch all the action of Diego Lopes vs Jean Silva, prelims, and early prelims, tune in to ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass, while the main card will be available on ESPN+ and Disney+.
What is the main event of UFC Noche 2025?
The card is headlined by a featherweight showdown between Brazilians Diego Lopes and Jean Silva, two of the division’s fastest-rising contenders.
Where is UFC Noche 2025 taking place?
This year’s Noche UFC will be held at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, marking the first time the event is staged outside of Las Vegas.
What time does UFC Noche 2025 start?
The prelims kick off at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT, followed by the main card at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT. In India, fans can catch the prelims at 12:30 AM IST (Sunday) and the main card at 3:30 AM IST (Sunday).
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