Who's bullfighting today, July 12, in Pamplona? Complete San Fermín bullfighting lineup

The 2025 Bullfighting Festival enters its final stretch this Friday with one of the most anticipated combinations for fans: three veteran bullfighters facing six bulls from José Escolar , one of the most demanding brands of the entire season. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Pamplona bullring, and tickets are still available.

Few bullfighting posters generate such excitement without featuring the biggest names in the sport . However, those who know the pulse of the fair know that today's event, July 12 , holds a promise of genuine excitement. And with good reason. The Escolar bull run and the announced trio have a track record of delivering afternoons of commitment and truth.

The July 12 poster: a trio of aces

This afternoon , Rafaelillo, Fernando Robleño, and Juan de Castilla will fight against six bulls from the José Escolar ranch. This is the penultimate bullfight of the fair, which this year has featured an outstanding combination of established names and bullfighters with a more bullfighting profile. Everything points to this afternoon being one of the most intense chapters of the Bull Fair.

Rafaelillo , a seasoned bullfighter beloved by the Pamplona fans, took his alternative in Murcia in 1996 under the direction of Enrique Ponce . His career has been marked by his commitment to the toughest ranches on the circuit, and his presence against Escolar bulls is nothing new. Completing the lineup are Fernando Robleño , a matador with two outings through the Puerta Grande de Las Ventas in 2002, and Colombian Juan de Castilla , who delivered a heroic performance in Madrid this spring after being gored.

Bulls from José Escolar: breed, difficulty and excitement

The José Escolar Gil brand is synonymous with respect among the most purist fans. Founded in 1981 with cattle from Victorino Martín and Santa Coloma, this ranch maintains the Albaserrada breed as its hallmark . Its chestnut-coated bulls with challenging morphology often present complex fights, marked by ferocity and unpredictability.

In Pamplona, Escolar's bulls have already provided some high-voltage moments . Their serious presentation and demanding behavior generate special interest at a fair where unfiltered emotion is one of the most valued values in the audience. Just remember the afternoon in 2015, when Rafaelillo drew a unanimous ovation after a completely dedicated performance against a fierce and well-bred bull.

How to watch the bullfight from home or get tickets

The bullfight can be followed live on the Onetoro TV platform, available with a subscription starting at €14.99 per month . Currently, the website www.onetoro.tv offers a one-week free trial for new users, although this promotion is not always active during bullfights.

Those wishing to attend the event can still purchase tickets online through the official platform at this link . Prices range from 16 to 87 euros, depending on the location within the Pamplona bullring.

An afternoon for fans of the complete bull

The combination of three bullfighters specializing in hard irons with one of the most reputable ranches on the circuit creates one of the most interesting afternoons of the season for those seeking excitement and authenticity in the bullring. Rafaelillo, Robleño, and De Castilla will look to make their way today against six bulls that offer nothing, but can offer everything.

With the San Fermín Fair approaching its final days, this Friday's bullfight is shaping up to be one of those days marked by tension, dedication, and purity . A date for true aficionados who value the integrity of the bull and the commitment of those who stand before it.