The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans worldwide for over two decades, delivering more than 300 pay-per-view events since its inception in 1993. As the popularity of UFC continues to soar, the organization now offers frequent fights, exclusive originals, and much more. With the shift away from traditional cable towards streaming services, many fans are eager to know how and where they can watch UFC fights online. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on where to stream UFC events, details on pay-per-view (PPV) events, and a schedule of the most anticipated fights for 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The premier destination for streaming UFC fights online is through an ESPN+ subscription, which serves as the exclusive streaming platform for UFC. An ESPN+ subscription not only provides access to live UFC events but also offers a rich archive of UFC content, setting it apart from the standard ESPN channels available on cable.
ESPN+
You can subscribe to ESPN+ as a standalone service for $11.99 per month, or opt for the annual plan at $119.99, which saves you 15% compared to the monthly rate. Alternatively, you can choose the Disney Bundle, which includes ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads) for just $14.99 per month. ESPN+ is also accessible through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it a versatile choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribers to ESPN+ enjoy a vast array of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights available 16 days after their initial airing, UFC Fight Night events, and an extensive archive spanning over two decades of UFC history. Additionally, you can stream every season of The Ultimate Fighter, along with exclusive originals like UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, Rowdy's Places, and more.
ESPN+ supports streaming in HD on various devices, allowing up to three simultaneous streams. You can access the service through the ESPN app on your mobile device, streaming devices such as Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Google Chromecast, select smart TVs, and gaming consoles like PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
UFC Pay-Per-View Explained
UFC's numbered events are traditionally pay-per-view (PPV) events, a practice that has continued since the partnership with ESPN+ began in 2019. To watch these events, you must have an active ESPN+ subscription. The next major event on the calendar is UFC 314, scheduled for April 12.
Saturday, April 12
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Each UFC PPV event is priced at $79.99, providing access to the full fight card, including early preliminary fights, preliminary fights, and the Main Card event. New ESPN+ subscribers can take advantage of the UFC PPV Bundle, which costs $134.98 and includes an annual ESPN+ subscription along with access to the next UFC PPV event. There's also a streaming bundle option that includes Hulu and Disney+.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC has a robust lineup of PPV events scheduled for 2025. Typically, early preliminary fights start at 3:00 PM PT and are available on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. Preliminary fights follow at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible on ESPN networks and ESPN+. The Main Card kicks off at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here are 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
