The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans worldwide with its thrilling mixed martial arts action for over two decades. Since its inception in 1993, UFC has grown exponentially, hosting over 300 pay-per-view events and offering an array of exclusive content. As more viewers shift from traditional cable to streaming platforms, understanding where and how to watch UFC fights online has become essential. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on streaming UFC events, details on pay-per-view (PPV) offerings, and a sneak peek at the most anticipated fights scheduled for 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The premier destination for streaming UFC fights is ESPN+. As the exclusive streaming partner for UFC, an ESPN+ subscription offers more than just the standard ESPN channels available on cable. It grants access to a vast selection of live sports, including UFC Fight Night events, and an extensive archive of UFC content spanning over two decades of iconic battles.
ESPN+
You can opt for a standalone ESPN+ subscription at **$11.99 per month** or choose the annual plan for **$119.99 per year**, which saves you 15% off the monthly rate. Alternatively, consider the Disney Bundle for **$14.99 per month**, which includes ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads). ESPN+ is also accessible through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it a versatile choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribing to ESPN+ unlocks a treasure trove of UFC content. This includes all pay-per-view fights available 16 days after their initial airing, UFC Fight Night events, and an archive of both modern and classic fights. Additionally, you can stream every season of "The Ultimate Fighter," along with exclusive series such as "UFC Embedded," "Dana White's Contender Series," and "Rowdy's Places."
ESPN+ supports streaming in HD across a variety of devices, including 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, with the capability for up to three simultaneous streams.
UFC Pay-Per-View Explained
UFC's numbered events are traditionally pay-per-view (PPV) events, a practice that continues post-2019 under the ESPN+ partnership. To access these events, you'll need an active ESPN+ subscription. The upcoming event to mark on your calendar is UFC 314 on April 12, 2025.
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, UFC 314 will feature Alexander Volkanovski facing off against Diego Lopes. Each UFC PPV event costs **$79.99**, granting access to the entire fight card, from early preliminaries to the main event. New subscribers can take advantage of the UFC PPV Bundle for **$134.98**, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and access to the next PPV event. There's also a streaming bundle available that includes Hulu and Disney+.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC has a packed PPV schedule for 2025, with several high-profile fights already announced. Typically, early preliminary fights kick off at 3:00 PM PT and are available on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. The preliminary fights follow at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible via ESPN networks and ESPN+. The main card, starting at 7:00 PM PT, is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here's a list of the announced PPV events for 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
