UFC Fight Night 261: Petrino vs. Petersen – Event Details and Start Times

UFC Fight Night 261, scheduled for October 11, 2025, will feature an anticipated heavyweight showdown between Vitor Petrino and Thomas Petersen. This preliminary bout, taking place at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is expected to deliver an thrilling contest between two accomplished fighters.

Vitor Petrino, who began his professional career on March 25, 2016, holds an impressive record of 12 wins and 2 losses. His most recent triumph was a submission victory via rear-naked choke against Austen Lane in July. Thomas Petersen turned pro on November 1, 2014, and has accumulated ten wins. His last outing saw him defeat Don`Tale Mayes by unanimous decision in May. Given Petrino`s strong submission game and Petersen`s known knockout power, their upcoming encounter is poised to be a high-stakes, demanding contest for both athletes.

What time is Vitor Petrino vs Thomas Petersen fight

The live broadcast for the main card featuring Vitor Petrino vs. Thomas Petersen is scheduled to commence at 4:00 PM EST on UFC Fight Pass. Consult the following table for corresponding local start times.

UFC Fight Night 261 is set for October 11, 2025, at Brazil`s Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, with the overall event commencing at 5:20 PM EST. The heavyweight clash between Petrino and Petersen is part of the preliminary card, while the main event will see Charles Oliveira face Mateusz Gamrot. It is important to note that specific start times and ring walk timings are approximate and subject to change based on the duration of preceding bouts. International viewers are advised to consult local broadcast schedules for precise timings in their respective regions.

How and where to watch the Vitor Petrino vs Thomas Petersen Fight

The bout between Vitor Petrino and Thomas Petersen will be available for streaming exclusively on UFC Fight Pass.

For viewers in regions where streaming access is restricted or unavailable, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) offers a potential solution. A VPN enables users to mask their IP address and virtually appear to be in a different country, thereby circumventing geographical restrictions. If you reside in countries such as the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, UAE, Mexico, Spain, or any other location encountering broadcast limitations, utilizing a reputable VPN can allow access to the fight by selecting a suitable server location.

Vitor Petrino vs Thomas Petersen Betting Odds

• Favorite: Vitor Petrino : 1.3 (-295)
• Underdog: Thomas Petersen : 3.4 (+240)

Vitor Petrino is currently favored in this matchup, with betting odds of 1.3 (-295). A successful $100 wager on Petrino would yield a profit of approximately $34. Thomas Petersen is positioned as the underdog at 3.4 (+240), meaning a $100 bet on him could result in a $240 profit if he wins. Petrino`s odds for a victory via KO/TKO/DQ are 2.5 (+155), indicating a higher probability for this outcome for him. Petersen`s odds for the same method of victory are a longer shot at 7.5 (+650). For a win by decision or technical decision, Petrino`s odds are 3.8 (+275), while Petersen`s remain at 7.5 (+650), suggesting these routes to victory are considered more challenging for both competitors.

Fighters Details

Vitor Petrino

• Nationality: Brazil
• Height: 190 cm
• Weight: 112.9 kg
• Total Fights: 14
• Record: 12 / 2 / 0

Thomas Petersen

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 185 cm
• Weight: 119.3 kg
• Total Fights: 13
• Record: 10 / 3 / 0

Vitor Petrino vs Thomas Petersen Fight Card

• Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot
• Deiveson Figueiredo vs Montel Jackson
• Vicente Luque vs Joel Alvarez
• Jhonata Diniz vs Mario Pinto
• Ricardo Ramos vs Kaan Ofli
• Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell
• Jafel Filho vs Clayton Carpenter
• Vitor Petrino vs Thomas Petersen
• Luan Lacerda vs Saimon Oliveira
• Lucas Rocha vs Stewart Nicoll
• Julia Polastri vs Karolina Kowalkiewicz
• Beatriz Mesquita vs Irina Alekseeva