UFC, the renowned mixed martial arts league, has been captivating fans for over two decades. With more than 300 pay-per-view events since its inception in 1993, UFC has grown tremendously, offering regular fights, exclusive originals, and much more. As the trend towards streaming services continues to rise, you might be curious about how and where to watch UFC fights online. Dive into our comprehensive guide below to discover the best platforms for streaming UFC events, details on pay-per-view (PPV) events, and the schedule for the most anticipated fights of 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The premier destination for streaming UFC fights is through an ESPN+ subscription, which serves as the exclusive streaming home for UFC. This service goes beyond what's offered by standard ESPN channels on cable, providing access to a variety of live sports events and a vast archive of UFC content.
ESPN+
You can subscribe to ESPN+ standalone for $11.99 per month, or opt for the ESPN+ Annual Plan at $119.99 per year, which saves you 15% off the monthly rate. There's also the option to bundle ESPN+ (With Ads) with Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads) for just $14.99 per month. Alternatively, you can access ESPN+ through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it an excellent choice for comprehensive live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribing to ESPN+ grants you access to an extensive range of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights post-broadcast, UFC Fight Night events, and an archive spanning over two decades of both modern and classic UFC fights. You'll also enjoy every season of The Ultimate Fighter, alongside exclusive originals such as UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, Rowdy's Places, and more.
Additionally, every UFC pay-per-view event becomes available on ESPN+ just 16 days after airing, ensuring you never miss out on the action.
You can stream ESPN+ in HD on a variety of 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 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'll need an active ESPN+ subscription. The next major event on the calendar is UFC 314, set for April 12.
Saturday, April 12 - UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Each UFC PPV event is priced at $79.99, giving you access to the full fight card, from early preliminary fights to the Main Card event. New ESPN+ subscribers interested in an upcoming UFC PPV can purchase a UFC PPV Bundle for $134.98, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and access to the next UFC PPV event. There's also a streaming bundle that includes Hulu and Disney+.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC's 2025 schedule is packed with exciting PPV events. Early preliminary fights typically 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, exclusively on ESPN+. Here's a look at the announced PPV events for this year:
- 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
