The main card of UFC Fight Night 256 features an electrifying bantamweight showdown between Raoni Barcelos (19-5-0) and Cody “No Love” Garbrandt (14-6-0). This highly anticipated bout takes place on June 14, 2025, at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of the Usman vs. Buckley event.
Fight Details
Matchup: Raoni Barcelos vs. Cody Garbrandt
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
Time: Approx. 8:30 PM ET (Main Card)
Venue: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, GA)
Broadcast: ESPN+
Fighter Breakdown & Key Stats
Raoni Barcelos (19-5-0, Brazil)
Height: 5’7″
Weight: 135 lbs
Reach: 67″
Stance: Orthodox
Fighting Style: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist
Last Fight: Win vs. Payton Talbott (Jan. 2025)
Barcelos is a dangerous grappler, boasting an 82% takedown defense and 60% significant strike defense. He has eight knockout wins and three submission victories, proving his versatility inside the octagon. His ability to control opponents on the ground makes him a formidable challenge for Garbrandt.
Cody Garbrandt (14-6-0, USA)
Height: 5’8″
Weight: 136 lbs
Reach: 65.5″
Stance: Orthodox
Fighting Style: Striking-heavy approach
Last Fight: Loss vs. Deiveson Figueiredo (Apr. 2024)
Garbrandt is a powerful striker, with 11 of his 14 wins coming by knockout. He was once the UFC bantamweight champion, but recent struggles have seen him lose key fights. However, his first-round KO win over Brian Kelleher at UFC 296 showed he still possesses explosive finishing ability.
Matchup Analysis & Betting Insights
Head-to-Head: First meeting between Barcelos and Garbrandt.
Game Strategy:
Barcelos: Needs to close the distance, secure takedowns, and wear Garbrandt down with ground control.
Garbrandt: Must keep the fight standing, use his speed advantage, and avoid Barcelos’ grappling-heavy attack.
FIGHT ODDS
Raoni Barcelos – 140
Cody Garbrandt + 120
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 13, 2025
