Heavyweight contenders Thomas `The Train` Petersen and Don`Tale `Lord Kong` Mayes are set to compete at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa, as part of UFC on ESPN 67. Both fighters are looking to rebound after recent setbacks in the Octagon.
Petersen turned pro in 2019 and trains with Spartan MMA. His professional record is 9 wins and 3 losses (9-3-0), including 7 victories by knockout. In his last outing, he suffered a TKO loss against Shamil Gaziev. Mayes, who has represented Bronx Hill MMA since 2016, holds a record of 11 wins and 8 losses (11-8-0), with 6 wins coming via knockout. His most recent fight resulted in a submission loss to Valter Walker.
UFC on ESPN 67 Event Start Time
The live broadcast for UFC on ESPN 67 is scheduled to begin. The main card start time is listed below. The Petersen vs Mayes fight is part of the undercard.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Petersen vs Mayes Estimated Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 07:00 PM | 07:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | May 3, 2025 | 04:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 3, 2025 | 11:00 PM | 11:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 10:00 AM | 10:20 AM |
The UFC on ESPN 67 event takes place tonight, May 3, 2025, at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa. The overall event broadcast is expected to start around 07:20 PM EST. The bout featuring Thomas Petersen and Don`Tale Mayes is featured on the preliminary portion of the card.
The main event for the night is a highly anticipated fight between Cory Sandhagen and Deiveson Figueiredo. Please note that the actual start time for each specific fight can fluctuate considerably based on the duration of preceding bouts. It is advisable for viewers to consult local listings or the official broadcaster for the most accurate start times in their respective time zones.
How to Watch UFC on ESPN 67
In the United States, the UFC on ESPN 67 event, including the Thomas Petersen vs Don`Tale Mayes fight, can be streamed live on ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
Thomas Petersen vs Don`Tale Mayes Betting Odds
- Favorite: Thomas Petersen : 1.4 (-275)
- Underdog: Don`Tale Mayes : 3.6 (+260)
| Method of Victory | Thomas Petersen | Don`Tale Mayes |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 5.0 (+400) | 6.5 (+550) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.2 (+120) | 8.5 (+750) |
In this matchup, Thomas Petersen is favored with odds of 1.4 (-275). A successful $100 wager on Petersen would yield a total return of $140. Don`Tale Mayes is the underdog at 3.6 (+260), meaning a $100 bet on Mayes could return $360 if he wins. Looking at specific victory methods, Petersen winning by decision is listed at 2.2 (+120), while Mayes winning by decision has odds of 8.5 (+750). For a win by KO/TKO, Petersen`s odds are 5.0 (+400), and Mayes` are 6.5 (+550).
Fighter Details
Thomas Petersen
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 185 cm
- Weight: 119.3 kg
- Total Fights: 12
- Record: 9 / 3 / 0
Don`Tale Mayes
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 198 cm
- Weight: 120.7 kg
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 11 / 8 / 0
UFC on ESPN 67 Full Fight Card
- Cory Sandhagen vs Deiveson Figueiredo (Main Event)
- Reinier de Ridder vs Bo Nickal
- Santiago Ponzinibbio vs Daniel Rodriguez
- Montel Jackson vs Daniel Marcos
- Cameron Smotherman vs Serhiy Sidey
- Jeremy Stephens vs Mason Jones
- Yana Santos vs Miesha Tate
- Ryan Loder vs Azamat Bekoev
- Marina Rodriguez vs Gillian Robertson
- Gaston Bolanos vs Quang Le
- Thomas Petersen vs Don`Tale Mayes
- Juliana Miller vs Ivana Petrovic
