Lucas Almeida is set to face Michael Aswell in a three-round featherweight contest at UFC Fight Night 261, held at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This exciting bout is featured on the undercard of the highly anticipated Oliveira vs. Gamrot event, with both fighters eager to rebound from recent defeats.
Lucas Almeida, representing Sorocaba, Brazil, boasts a professional record of 15 wins and 4 losses, with a strong history of knockout victories. Although he recently suffered a split decision loss to Danny Silva in March 2025, his extensive experience against top-tier competitors highlights his tenacity. His opponent, Michael Aswell, nicknamed `The Texas Kid,` enters the fight with a record of 10 wins and 3 losses, having most recently been defeated by unanimous decision by Bolaji Oki this past May.
Almeida vs Aswell: Fight Start Times
The live broadcast for the Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell main card is scheduled to commence at 04:00 PM EST, exclusively available on UFC Fight Pass. Consult the following table for specific start times in various regions.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 06:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 03:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 10:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 09:20 AM |
UFC Fight Night 261 is slated for October 11, 2025, at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The overall event is set to kick off at 06:20 PM EST, with the highly anticipated main event showcasing Charles Oliveira against Mateusz Gamrot.
The featherweight clash between Almeida and Aswell is a prominent feature on the undercard and will consist of three rounds. Please note that the exact timing of this particular bout is subject to change based on the duration of earlier fights. Spectators are advised to verify local start times to avoid missing any of the action.
Where to Watch Lucas Almeida vs Michael Aswell
The bout between Lucas Almeida and Michael Aswell will be broadcast live on UFC Fight Pass.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | UFC Fight Pass |
| Canada | UFC Fight Pass |
| UK and Ireland | UFC Fight Pass |
| Australia | UFC Fight Pass |
| India | UFC Fight Pass |
Betting Odds: Almeida vs Aswell
- Underdog: Lucas Almeida : 3.4 (+235)
- Favorite: Michael Aswell : 1.4 (-260)
| Method of victory | Lucas Almeida | Michael Aswell |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.8 (+575) | 4.1 (+310) |
| By decision or technical decision | 7.5 (+650) | 2.4 (+140) |
Michael Aswell is currently favored, with moneyline odds of -260 (decimal odds 1.4), indicating he is expected to win against Lucas Almeida, who is the underdog at +235 (decimal odds 3.4). Aswell winning by knockout or TKO has odds of +310 (decimal 4.1), while a knockout victory for Almeida offers higher returns at +575 (decimal 6.8). Should the fight go to decision, Aswell is priced at +140 to win, whereas Almeida winning by decision would result in a significant +650 payout.
Fighter Profiles
Lucas Almeida
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 183 cm
- Weight: 67.1 kg
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 15 / 4 / 0
Michael Aswell
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 173 cm
- Weight: 70.3 kg
- Total Fights: 13
- Record: 10 / 3 / 0
UFC Fight Night 261 Full 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
