When is UFC 304 press conference? Timing for media interviews, ceremonial weigh-ins, face offs, and more
This weekend, UFC fans will witness the highly anticipated rematch between Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad. After their inconclusive encounter in 2021, both fighters are set to settle the score at UFC 304 on July 27.
For fans eager to catch a glimpse of the fighters before they step into the octagon, here's a breakdown of the key pre-fight events:
According to a post by @orbit_mma, the UFC 304 press conference will take place on Thursday, July 25 at 1:00 PM ET (6:00 PM BST). The Co-op Live arena in Manchester, UK, will host the event, where the media will have the opportunity to interview the fighters.
On Friday, July 26, the arena will once again be the center of pre-fight activities. At 1:00 PM ET (6:00 PM BST), a fighter Q&A session will allow fans to hear directly from the athletes. This will be followed by the highly anticipated ceremonial weigh-ins at 2:00 PM ET (7:00 PM BST), where fighters will step on the scale. The face-off is also scheduled around this time.
While Edwards vs. Muhammad is undoubtedly the main draw, UFC 304 boasts a lineup of exciting fights across various weight classes. Fans of the heavyweight division can look forward to a rematch between interim champion Tom Aspinall and Curtis Blaydes.
The lightweight bout between Bobby Green and Paddy Pimblett is another highly anticipated matchup.
What time is Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad 2?
The UFC 304 event kicks off with the early preliminary card on July 27 at 6:00 PM ET in the US and 11:00 PM BST in the UK. The preliminary card follows at 8:00 PM ET and 1:00 AM BST (UK) on July 28. Finally, the main card featuring Edwards vs. Muhammad is set for 10:00 PM ET and 3:00 AM BST (UK) on July 28.
The main event walkout is expected around 5:30 AM BST (UK) and 12:30 AM ET (US).
Check out the fight card below: