Christian Rodriguez will face Melquizael Costa at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, as part of the undercard for Brandon Moreno vs Steve Erceg. This featherweight bout is part of UFC on ESPN 64.
Christian Rodriguez, a professional since 2017, boasts 12 wins, including a unanimous decision victory over Austin Bashi. He has shown resilience, never having been knocked out despite two losses. Melquizael Costa turned pro in 2014 and has an impressive record of 22 wins, with seven knockouts. His recent submission win against Andre Fili demonstrates his grappling skills.
Fight Time: Rodriguez vs Costa
The main card for Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa will begin at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office. Check the table below for local times.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 04:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 01:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, March 30, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 07:20 AM |
The event is scheduled for March 29, 2025, at Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico. UFC on ESPN 64 features the featherweight clash between Rodriguez and Costa as part of the preliminary card leading to the main Brandon Moreno vs Steve Erceg fight. The fights are expected to start around 04:20 PM EST.
Please note that fight times are approximate and can change depending on the duration of earlier fights. It`s advisable to consult local listings for precise start times in your time zone.
Fighters Information
Christian Rodriguez and Melquizael Costa will compete in a Featherweight match at UFC on ESPN 64.
Christian Rodriguez
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 170 cm
- Weight: 65.8 kg
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 12 / 2 / 0
Christian Rodriguez enters the fight with a record of 12 wins and 2 losses. His recent unanimous decision win over Austin Bashi (13-1 record) highlights his ability to win through decisions, which could be a factor against Costa.
Melquizael Costa
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 178 cm
- Weight: 65.8 kg
- Total Fights: 29
- Record: 22 / 7 / 0
Melquizael Costa`s record stands at 22 wins and 7 losses. His recent submission victory over Andre Fili (24-12 record) showcases his submission skills, potentially posing a challenge to Rodriguez if the fight goes to the ground.
Betting Odds
- Favorite: Christian Rodriguez : 1.6 (-155)
- Underdog: Melquizael Costa : 2.4 (+135)
| Method of victory | Christian Rodriguez | Melquizael Costa |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 11.0 (+1000) | 9.0 (+800) |
| By decision or technical decision | 2.1 (+110) | 3.4 (+240) |
How to Watch
Watch Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa on ESPN+ and TNT Sports Box Office.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | TNT Sports Box Office |
Fight Card
- Brandon Moreno vs Steve Erceg
- Kelvin Gastelum vs Joe Pyfer
- Ronaldo Rodriguez vs Kevin Borjas
- Manuel Torres vs Drew Dober
- Lupita Godinez vs Julia Polastri
- Jose Medina vs Ateba Abega Gautier
- David Martinez vs Saimon Oliveira
- Edgar Chairez vs C.J. Vergara
- Rafa Garcia vs Vinc Pichel
- Raul Rosas Jr. vs Vince Morales
- Christian Rodriguez vs Melquizael Costa
- Jamall Emmers vs Gabriel Miranda
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