The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has been captivating audiences for over two decades with its thrilling mixed martial arts events. Since its inception in 1993, UFC has grown tremendously, hosting over 300 pay-per-view events, and now offers frequent fights, exclusive original content, and much more. As more fans move away from traditional cable and embrace streaming services, you might be wondering where and how you can watch UFC fights online. Below is a comprehensive guide on where to stream UFC events, details about pay-per-view (PPV) events, and a schedule of the most anticipated fights in 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The prime destination for streaming UFC fights is through an ESPN+ subscription, which is the exclusive streaming partner for UFC. An ESPN+ subscription not only gives you access to UFC but also a wide range of live sports and a vast archive of UFC content, offering more than what's available on standard ESPN cable channels.
ESPN+
You can opt for a standalone ESPN+ subscription or choose the Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. A standalone ESPN+ subscription is available for **$11.99 per month**, or you can save 15% by choosing the annual plan for **$119.99 per year**. For those interested in a comprehensive streaming package, the ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads) bundle is priced at **$14.99 per month**. Alternatively, you can access ESPN+ through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, which is a top choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribing to ESPN+ grants you access to an extensive library of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights post-broadcast, UFC Fight Night events, and an archive spanning over two decades of UFC history. You'll also enjoy every season of "The Ultimate Fighter," along with exclusive originals such as "UFC Embedded," "Dana White's Contender Series," "Rowdy's Places," and more.
Moreover, **every UFC pay-per-view event becomes available on ESPN+ 16 days after its live airing**, providing subscribers the opportunity to catch up on any missed action.
You can stream ESPN+ in HD on various devices, supporting up to three simultaneous streams. Compatible devices include mobile devices, streaming platforms like Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Google Chromecast, select smart TVs, and gaming consoles such as PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
UFC Pay-Per-View Explained
UFC's numbered events continue to be pay-per-view (PPV) events, a tradition that has persisted since the partnership with ESPN+ began in 2019. To access these events, an active ESPN+ subscription is required. The next major event on the horizon is UFC 314, scheduled for April 12.
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Each UFC PPV event is priced at **$79.99** and includes the full fight card: early prelims, prelims, and the main card. New subscribers to ESPN+ can take advantage of the **UFC PPV Bundle for $134.98**, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and access to the upcoming PPV event. Additionally, there's a streaming bundle that includes Hulu and Disney+ for a more comprehensive entertainment package.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC's 2025 calendar is packed with exciting PPV events. Typically, the early preliminary fights kick off at 3:00 PM PT and can be viewed on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. The preliminary fights follow at 5:00 PM PT, also available on ESPN networks and ESPN+. The main card starts at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here are the details for the announced PPV events in 2025:
- UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes - April 12, 2025 at 7 PM PT
- UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena - May 10, 2025 at 7 PM PT
- UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 - June 7, 2025 at 7 PM PT
