Brazilian Vitor Petrino is set to face American Thomas Petersen in a heavyweight clash at UFC Fight Night 261. This exciting bout will take place at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, with both fighters entering the Octagon on the heels of impressive victories, promising a thrilling encounter.
Petrino, who turned professional in 2017, is known for his submission skills, recently securing a win via rear-naked choke against Austen Lane. Petersen, a knockout specialist, is also formidable, having won his last fight by unanimous decision against Don`Tale Mayes.
Fight Schedule
The main card for UFC Fight Night 261, featuring the Petrino vs. Petersen bout, is scheduled to begin at 04:00 PM EST on ESPN+. The table below provides local start times across various regions:
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Petrino vs Petersen Ring Walks (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 04:00 PM | 05:20 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 01:00 PM | 02:20 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 08:00 PM | 09:20 PM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 08:20 AM |
UFC Fight Night 261 will be held on October 11, 2025, at Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event kicks off at 05:20 PM EST. The main event will feature Charles Oliveira against Mateusz Gamrot, with Petrino vs. Petersen as a key undercard heavyweight clash. This Fight Nights federation event comprises three-round fights. Please note that exact ring walk times may vary based on the duration of earlier bouts.
Fighter Profiles
Vitor Petrino
- Nationality: Brazil
- Height: 190 cm (6`3″)
- Weight: 112.9 kg (249 lbs)
- Total Fights: 14
- Record: 12 Wins / 2 Losses / 0 Draws
Thomas Petersen
- Nationality: United States
- Height: 185 cm (6`1″)
- Weight: 119.3 kg (263 lbs)
- Total Fights: 13
- Record: 10 Wins / 3 Losses / 0 Draws
This non-title fight pits Vitor Petrino (12-2-0) against Thomas Petersen (10-3-0). Petrino is fresh off a submission victory over Austen Lane, a fighter known for his 11 KO wins. This recent success adds to Petrino`s confidence as he aims to use his physical attributes to his advantage against Petersen. Petersen, meanwhile, demonstrated his resilience with a unanimous decision win against the taller and heavier Don`Tale Mayes. He`ll look to capitalize on his power and leverage his experience against an opponent similar in stature to his last.
Betting Odds
- Favorite: Vitor Petrino : 1.3 (-300)
- Underdog: Thomas Petersen : 3.4 (+235)
| Method of Victory | Vitor Petrino | Thomas Petersen |
|---|---|---|
| By KO/TKO or Disqualification | 2.5 (+155) | 7.5 (+650) |
| By Decision or Technical Decision | 4.0 (+295) | 8.0 (+700) |
Where to Watch
The Vitor Petrino vs. Thomas Petersen fight, along with the rest of UFC Fight Night 261, can be streamed live via ESPN+ in the USA.
| Region | Live-streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | ESPN+ |
For viewers in countries where streaming services are geo-restricted or unavailable, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) can be used to bypass these limitations. By changing your IP address, a VPN allows you to appear as if you are watching the event from a different country where broadcasting is permitted. This solution is particularly useful for fans in regions like the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, UAE, Mexico, or Spain.
Full Fight Card for UFC Fight Night 261
- Charles Oliveira vs Mateusz Gamrot (Main Event)
- 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
