South Korea`s Hyun Sung Park, known by the nickname `Peace of Mind,` is set to compete against Carlos Hernandez, a seasoned fighter from Chicago. Their matchup is scheduled as an undercard bout in the flyweight division at UFC Fight Night 256, held at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Both athletes are well-acquainted with the flyweight landscape.
Hyun Sung Park enters this contest with an unblemished 9-0 professional record, notable for his ability to finish opponents, with four victories coming via knockout. His most recent triumph was a TKO victory over Shannon Ross in December 2023, further showcasing his striking power. Conversely, Carlos Hernandez holds a record of 10 wins and 4 losses. His latest appearance resulted in a split decision win against Nyamjargal Tumendemberel in late 2024, demonstrating his resilience and strategic approach in longer fights rather than relying solely on knockout power.
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Fight Start Time
Live coverage for the UFC Fight Night 256 main card, which includes the Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez fight, is scheduled to commence at 4:00 PM EST. Please refer to the table below for approximate start times in various time zones.
| 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 is set for May 17, 2025, emanating from the UFC Apex facility in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event begins with preliminary bouts leading into the main card, which is expected to start around 4:20 PM EST, featuring the Park vs Hernandez flyweight contest on the undercard. The main event features a welterweight clash between Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales.
It is important to note that the exact start time for any specific fight can fluctuate based on the duration of the preceding bouts on the card. Fans should keep this in mind when planning to watch. Viewers outside the Eastern Time Zone should consult the provided table to confirm the start times for their local region to ensure they catch all the action.
This event is part of the UFC`s Fight Night series and consists primarily of three-round fights.
How and Where to Watch Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez
You can watch the Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez fight live via ESPN+ in the United States.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN+ |
Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez Betting Odds
According to the current betting odds, Hyun Sung Park is favored to win with odds of 1.5 (-185). Carlos Hernandez is listed as the underdog at 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) |
The betting lines reflect confidence in Park`s capabilities, particularly his finishing ability, shown by the lower odds for a KO/TKO victory compared to Hernandez. Park is also favored to win by decision, reinforcing his position as the likely winner in this matchup.
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 (Welterweight Main Event)
- Paul Craig vs Rodolfo Bellato (Light Heavyweight)
- Sodiq Yusuff vs Mairon Santos (Featherweight)
- Dustin Stoltzfus vs Nursulton Ruziboev (Middleweight)
- Julian Erosa vs Melquizael Costa (Featherweight)
- Gabriel Green vs Matheus Camilo (Welterweight)
- Jared Gordon vs Thiago Moises (Lightweight)
- Yadier Del Valle vs Connor Matthews (Featherweight)
- Luana Santos vs Tainara Lisboa (Women`s Bantamweight)
- Elise Reed vs Denise Gomes (Women`s Strawweight)
- Hyun Sung Park vs Carlos Hernandez (Flyweight)
- Tecia Pennington vs Luana Pinheiro (Women`s Strawweight)
