For over two decades, the UFC has captivated fans worldwide with its thrilling mixed martial arts action. Since its inception in 1993, the UFC has hosted over 300 pay-per-view events, growing immensely in popularity. Today, it offers regular fights, exclusive originals, and more. As streaming services become increasingly popular, many fans are eager to know how and where to watch UFC fights online. Below is a comprehensive guide on where to stream UFC events, details about pay-per-view (PPV) events, and the schedule for the biggest upcoming fights in 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The premier destination for watching UFC fights online is through an ESPN+ subscription, which serves as the exclusive streaming platform for UFC. An ESPN+ subscription provides more than just the standard ESPN channels available on cable; it grants access to a wide array of live sporting events and an extensive archive of UFC content.
ESPN+
You can sign up for a standalone ESPN+ subscription or opt for the Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. A standalone ESPN+ subscription is available for **$11.99 per month**, or you can choose the ESPN+ Annual Plan for **$119.99 per year**, saving you 15% off the monthly rate. There's also a bundled option with ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads) for $14.99 per month. Alternatively, you can access the service through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, which remains a robust choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
With an ESPN+ subscription, you'll enjoy a vast collection of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights available 16 days after they air, UFC Fight Night events, and an archive spanning over two decades of UFC history. You'll also have access to every season of The Ultimate Fighter, along with other exclusive originals like UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, Rowdy's Places, and more.
Additionally, **every UFC pay-per-view event is added to ESPN+ 16 days post-airing**, allowing subscribers to catch up on missed events.
You can stream ESPN+ in HD on various devices, supporting up to three simultaneous streams through the ESPN app on your mobile device, streaming devices 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 access these events, you'll need an active ESPN+ subscription. The next major event on the calendar is UFC 314, scheduled for April 12.
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Scheduled for **Saturday, April 12**, UFC 314 features a showdown between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes. Each UFC PPV event costs **$79.99** and includes the entire fight card—from the early preliminary fights to the preliminary fights, culminating in the Main Card event. For new ESPN+ subscribers interested in an upcoming UFC PPV, there's a **UFC PPV Bundle available for $134.98**, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and 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's 2025 calendar is packed with exciting PPV events. Early preliminary fights typically kick off at 3:00 PM PT, available on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. The preliminary fights follow at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible on multiple ESPN platforms and ESPN+. The Main Card starts at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here's a look at the announced pay-per-view UFC fights 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
