Elise Reed and Denise Gomes are set to compete in the Octagon at UFC Fight Night 256, held in Las Vegas, Nevada at the UFC Apex. This Strawweight clash is part of the undercard supporting the main event between Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales, highlighting two rising stars in the sport.
Elise Reed holds a professional record of 8 wins and 4 losses, coming off a decisive win against Jessica Penne. She now focuses on her upcoming bout against Gomes. Brazil`s Denise Gomes boasts a record of 10 wins against 3 losses, with her recent victory coming against Karolina Kowalkiewicz.
Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes Fight Time
Live coverage for the main card featuring Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes is scheduled to begin at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for specific start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:40 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:40 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:40 AM |
The full UFC Fight Night 256 event is scheduled for May 17, 2025, starting around 04:40 PM EST at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main event is Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales, with the Reed vs Gomes Strawweight fight taking place on the undercard. This bout is scheduled for three rounds.
Please note that actual fight times can vary based on the duration of previous fights on the card. Ring walk times are approximate and subject to change. Refer to the provided schedule table for your local start time.
How to Watch Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
You can watch the Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes fight via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN |
Betting Odds: Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
- Underdog: Elise Reed : 5.9 (+490)
- Favorite: Denise Gomes : 1.2 (-590)
| Method of Victory | Elise Reed | Denise Gomes |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 17.0 (+1600) | 4.4 (+340) |
| By decision or technical decision | 9.0 (+800) | 2.0 (-105) |
Denise Gomes is the clear favorite for this fight with odds of 1.2 (-590). A $100 bet on Gomes would yield a profit of just over $17. Elise Reed is the underdog at 5.9 (+490), offering a potentially higher return; a $100 bet could win $490. For a finish by KO/TKO or disqualification, Gomes has odds of 4.4 (+340), while Reed is listed at significantly higher odds of 17.0 (+1600). If the fight goes to the judges` scorecards, Gomes is favored to win by decision at 2.0 (-105). A decision victory for Reed is less expected, with odds of 9.0 (+800).
Fighter Details
Elise Reed
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 160 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 12
- Record: 8 / 4 / 0
Denise Gomes
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 160 cm
- Weight: 52.2 kg
- Total Fights: 13
- Record: 10 / 3 / 0
UFC Fight Night 256 Full Card
- Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales
- Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato
- Sodiq Yusuff vs Mairon Santos
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev
- Julian Erosa vs Melquizael Costa
- Gabriel Green vs Matheus Camilo
- Jared Gordon vs Thiago Moises
- Yadier Del Valle vs Connor Matthews
- Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa
- Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes
- Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
- Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro
