Get ready, fight fans! San Antonio is buzzing, and the Frost Bank Center is primed for an electrifying night of mixed martial arts. This Saturday, September 13, 2025, the UFC is celebrating Mexican Independence Day with “Noche UFC,” a spectacular event that promises fireworks inside the Octagon.
- Headline Bouts: Title Dreams & Explosive Action
- The Main Event: Lopes vs. Silva Showdown
- Co-Main Event: Strawweight Stardom on the Line
- Main Card Ready to Rumble: Full Weigh-In Results
- A Middleweight Misstep: Gastelum’s Challenge
- Prelims: Kicking Off the Noche
- Catch All The Action Live!
- Beyond The Octagon: Enhance Your Combat Sports Experience
- Expert Insight: What to Watch For
All the combatants have officially hit the scales, marking the crucial first step on their path to glory. Yesterday, September 12th, saw every athlete weigh in, setting the stage for what’s sure to be an unforgettable night of action.
Headline Bouts: Title Dreams & Explosive Action
The top of the fight card is stacked with high-stakes matchups featuring some of the sport’s most exciting talent.
The Main Event: Lopes vs. Silva Showdown
The highly anticipated featherweight main event pits the electrifying #3-ranked Diego Lopes against the super-skilled #10 Jean Silva. This clash has “Fight of the Night” written all over it, with both men known for their aggressive, crowd-pleasing styles. Lopes comfortably weighed in at 146 lbs, while Silva was a lean 145.5 lbs. Expect nothing less than absolute fireworks from these two!
Co-Main Event: Strawweight Stardom on the Line
In a pivotal strawweight showdown with massive title implications, the dominant #2-ranked Tatiana Suarez is set to face off against the powerful #4 Amanda Lemos. This is a clash of titans where championship aspirations are undeniably on the line. Suarez registered 115.5 lbs on the scale, with Lemos coming in at 116 lbs. This bout is guaranteed to deliver, shaping the future of the division.
Main Card Ready to Rumble: Full Weigh-In Results
Beyond the headliners, the main card features a compelling mix of established veterans and rising contenders, all hitting their marks (mostly!) to bring the action to San Antonio.
- Featherweight Main Event: Diego Lopes (146 lbs) vs. Jean Silva (145.5 lbs)
- Bantamweight Bout: Rob Font (135 lbs) vs. David Martinez (135.5 lbs)
- Lightweight Bout: Rafa Garcia (155.5 lbs) vs. Jared Gordon (156 lbs)
- Lightweight Bout: Alexander Hernandez (155.5 lbs) vs. Diego Ferreira (156 lbs)
- Bantamweight Bout: Santiago Luna (136 lbs) vs. Quang Le (136 lbs)
A Middleweight Misstep: Gastelum’s Challenge
One significant moment from the weigh-ins involved a middleweight clash. Kelvin Gastelum clocked in at 191 lbs, unfortunately missing the middleweight limit of 186 lbs. As a consequence, he will forfeit 35% of his purse to his opponent, Dustin Stoltzfus, who was a solid 185.5 lbs. Despite the weight miss, the fight is still on, setting up an intriguing dynamic with Gastelum, surely fueled by extra motivation.
Prelims: Kicking Off the Noche
Before the main card ignites, a stacked preliminary lineup promises early knockouts and rising stars. Don’t miss these foundational bouts that set the tone for the evening!
- Middleweight Bout: Jose Daniel Medina (186 lbs) vs. Dusko Todorovic (186 lbs)
- Lightweight Bout: Claudio Puelles (156 lbs) vs. Joaquim Silva (156 lbs)
- Women’s Strawweight Bout: Tatiana Suarez (115.5 lbs) vs. Amanda Lemos (116 lbs) (Also the Co-Main Event)
- Flyweight Bout: Jesus Aguilar (126 lbs) vs. Luis Gurule (125.5 lbs)
- Middleweight Bout: Zachary Reese (185.5 lbs) vs. Sedriques Dumas (186 lbs)
- Flyweight Bout: Alessandro Costa (125.5 lbs) vs. Alden Coria (126 lbs)
- Women’s Bantamweight Bout: Montse Rendon (136 lbs) vs. Alice Pereira (136 lbs)
- TUF Welterweight Finale: Rodrigo Sezinando (170.5 lbs) vs. Daniil Donchenko (171 lbs)
Catch All The Action Live!
Don’t miss a single punch, kick, or submission! Noche UFC: Lopes vs Silva kicks off live from San Antonio this Saturday, September 13th.
- Exclusive Broadcast: Watch it all live on the ESPN App.
- Prelims Start: 4 PM ET / 1 PM PT
- Main Card Lights Up: 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT
Beyond The Octagon: Enhance Your Combat Sports Experience
For the ultimate combat sports enthusiast, UFC Fight Pass is your essential companion. This 24/7 platform offers an unparalleled library of live fights, new shows, and events from virtually every combat discipline around the globe. If you live and breathe fighting, this is your spiritual home for unlocking endless action.
Expert Insight: What to Watch For
Honestly, Noche UFC is shaping up to be an absolute barnburner! The main event between Lopes and Silva has all the ingredients for a classic. Lopes consistently brings the fireworks, and Silva is a dangerous, highly skilled opponent. It’s got ‘Fight of the Night’ written all over it.
And that Suarez vs. Lemos co-main? That’s a genuine title eliminator, a clash of styles that could easily steal the show. I’m itching to see who emerges victorious and takes a step closer to championship gold. The only real bummer is Gastelum missing weight, but if anything, that might just add an extra layer of intensity to his fight. He’ll be looking to make a statement now more than ever.
Prepare for an incredible night of serious Mexican Independence Day celebrations, complete with fists flying and unforgettable moments!
