South Korea`s Hyun Sung Park, nicknamed `Peace of Mind,` is set to face off against the accomplished fighter Carlos Hernandez from Chicago. Their flyweight bout is scheduled for the undercard of UFC Fight Night 256 at the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas. Both competitors are familiar faces in the flyweight division.
Hyun Sung Park brings an impressive undefeated record of 9-0 into this fight, notable for his tendency to secure early finishes, with four wins coming by knockout. His most recent triumph was a TKO victory over Shannon Ross in December 2023. Carlos Hernandez holds a record of 10 wins and 4 losses (corrected from 10-win streak mentioned earlier), showcasing his resilience, including a split decision win against Nyamjargal Tumendemberel in late 2024. Hernandez`s record suggests a fighter who relies on strategic ring presence rather than primarily knockout power.
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Fight Schedule
The live broadcast for the UFC Fight Night 256 main card is expected to commence at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for approximate start times in various regions, including the estimated time for the Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez ring walks.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:20 AM |
UFC Fight Night 256 will take place on May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event is scheduled to begin with the preliminary fights, with the Hyun Sung Park vs Hernandez flyweight bout featured on the undercard. The main event will see Gilbert Burns face off against Michael Morales.
Please note that the specific start time for each individual fight may vary based on how long the preceding fights last. Fans planning to watch the event should keep this flexibility in mind. For viewers outside the Eastern Time Zone, referring to the provided table with start times for different countries is recommended to ensure you don`t miss any of the action.
This event falls under the Fight Nights structure and consists of three-round bouts.
How and Where to Watch Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
The fight between Hyun Sung Park and Carlos Hernandez can be watched via ESPN+ in the United States.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Betting Odds
- Favorite: Hyun Sung Park : 1.5 (-185)
- Underdog: Carlos Hernandez : 2.5 (+155)
| Method of Victory | Hyun Sung Park | Carlos Hernandez |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.2 (+420) | 20.0 (+1900) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.9 (+185) | 3.2 (+220) |
Hyun Sung Park is currently favored in the betting odds with 1.5 (-185), positioning Carlos Hernandez as the underdog at 2.5 (+155). Odds for a knockout victory are 5.2 (+420) for Park, significantly lower than 20.0 (+1900) for Hernandez. For a decision win, Park`s odds are 2.9 (+185) compared to Hernandez`s at 3.2 (+220). These odds indicate a strong inclination towards Park winning the bout.
Fighter Details
Hyun Sung Park
- Nationality: South Korea
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 9
- Record: 9 / 0 / 0
Carlos Hernandez
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 165 cm
- Weight: 56.7 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 10 / 4 / 0
UFC Fight Night 256 Full Fight Card
- Gilbert Burns vs Michael Morales (Main Event)
- 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
