Dustin Stoltzfus and Nursulton Ruziboev are scheduled to compete in a middleweight bout at UFC Fight Night 256. This event takes place at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas and features Burns vs. Morales as the main event. Both athletes look to showcase their abilities and build momentum.
Stoltzfus turned professional in 2015 and holds a record of 16 wins and 6 losses. His most recent victory was a knockout win over Marc-Andre Barriault in November. Ruziboev, who turned pro earlier, has a more extensive record of 35 wins, 9 losses, and 2 draws. He secured his latest win via TKO against Eric McConico in February.
Fight Start Time
Live coverage for the event featuring the Stoltzfus vs Ruziboev fight is expected to start at 4:00 PM EST on ESPN+. Consult the table below for start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Stoltzfus vs Ruziboev Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA & Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 06:40 PM |
| USA & Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 03:40 PM |
| UK & Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 10:40 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 09:40 AM |
UFC Fight Night 256 is scheduled for May 17, 2025, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. While the main card begins earlier, the approximate ring walk time for Stoltzfus vs Ruziboev is 6:40 PM EST. This middleweight contest is featured on the undercard of the event headlined by Gilbert Burns and Michael Morales.
Stoltzfus and Ruziboev are set for a three-round fight. The actual time they enter the octagon may vary depending on how long the preceding bouts last, so viewers should anticipate some flexibility.
Fans worldwide should consult local listings or official broadcasting schedules to confirm start times in their specific regions.
Fighter Details
This middleweight clash features Dustin Stoltzfus against Nursulton Ruziboev. No titles or belts are on the line in this contest.
Dustin Stoltzfus
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 180 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 22
- Record: 16 / 6 / 0
Dustin Stoltzfus has a professional mixed martial arts record of 16 wins and 6 losses. His most recent bout resulted in a knockout victory over Marc-Andre Barriault (17 wins, 9 losses). Coming off this win, Stoltzfus will look to carry his momentum into the fight against Ruziboev.
Nursulton Ruziboev
- Nationality: Uzbekistan
- Height: 196 cm
- Weight: 83.9 kg
- Total Fights: 46
- Record: 35 / 9 / 2
Nursulton Ruziboev boasts a comprehensive record of 35 wins, 9 losses, and 2 draws. His last performance was a TKO win against Eric McConico. Ruziboev`s significant experience is a key factor as he prepares to face Stoltzfus.
Betting Odds
- Underdog: Dustin Stoltzfus : 3.5 (+250)
- Favorite: Nursulton Ruziboev : 1.3 (-295)
| Method of Victory | Dustin Stoltzfus | Nursulton Ruziboev |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 12.0 (+1100) | 1.9 (-114) |
| By decision or technical decision | 8.5 (+750) | 7.0 (+600) |
How to Watch
The fight between Dustin Stoltzfus and Nursulton Ruziboev will be available for streaming on ESPN+.
| Region | Live Stream |
| USA | ESPN+ |
Full Fight 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
