UFC 332: Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong Start Time and Fight Details

• Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
• Early Prelims: 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT
• Prelims: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
• Main Card: 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT
• Broadcast: Prelims stream only on Paramount+. Main card airs on both Paramount+ and CBS.

This event is historic as it marks the first time a full UFC numbered main card will be shown on broadcast television.

The main event fighters are expected to enter the octagon around 10:15 p.m. ET / 7:15 p.m. PT, but fights earlier in the night may change that. If you want to catch just the championship fight, tuning in by 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT is recommended.

Main Event Preview: Natalia Silva vs. Wang Cong

The vacant UFC women’s flyweight title is at stake with the top-ranked Natalia Silva facing No. 6 Wang Cong. This matchup is notable since it’s the first flyweight title fight without Valentina Shevchenko involved since the division began in 2017. Shevchenko vacated the belt due to shoulder and back ligament injuries that will keep her out for about a year. The winner of this bout will claim the championship and likely face Shevchenko upon her return.

Silva brings quickness, excellent movement, and a Taekwondo background, making her one of the most exciting contenders in the division. Wang Cong carries serious knockout power and momentum, having previously defeated Shevchenko in kickboxing.

This fight will showcase Silva’s elusive, high-volume striking versus Wang’s pressure and power. A finish could define who becomes the new face of the division.

Co-Main Event: Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Payton Talbott

The bantamweight co-main event features former flyweight champ Deiveson Figueiredo against rising star Payton Talbott. Figueiredo has struggled recently with losses to Umar Nurmagomedov and Song Yadong, making this an important fight at age 38. Talbott is one of the sport’s brightest prospects, with wins over former champion Henry Cejudo.

Figueiredo relies on counter-striking and grappling, while Talbott presses forward with sharp striking and relentless pace. A win for Talbott could propel him toward title contention; a victory for Figueiredo would show he remains a force at bantamweight.

Other Noteworthy Fights at UFC 332

• King Green vs. Esteban Ribovics (Lightweight): Two veterans with striking skills square off. Green is on a four-fight winning streak at age 40, while Ribovics recently knocked out Edson Barboza.
• Roberto Soldic vs. Khaos Williams (Welterweight): Soldic, a former two-division KSW champ, makes his UFC debut. He faces Williams, known for power and experience in 11 UFC bouts.
• Imanol Rodriguez vs. Alden Coria (Flyweight): Both undefeated UFC fighters, Rodriguez (7-0) and Coria (3-0), look to prove themselves as future contenders in this key matchup.