The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans for over two decades, with more than 300 pay-per-view events broadcast since 1993. Its popularity has soared, now offering frequent bouts, exclusive original content, and more. As streaming services gain ground over traditional cable, fans are eager to know how and where to watch UFC fights online. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on where to stream UFC events, details on pay-per-view (PPV) offerings, and the schedule for the biggest fights of 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
The prime destination for streaming UFC fights online is ESPN+. As the exclusive streaming partner for UFC, an ESPN+ subscription offers more than just the regular ESPN channels available on cable. It grants access to a wide array of live sports 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 costs **$11.99 per month**, while the annual plan is **$119.99 per year**, offering a 15% savings over the monthly rate. The bundle of ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads) is available for **$14.99 per month**. Alternatively, you can access ESPN+ through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, an excellent choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
With an ESPN+ subscription, you'll unlock a vast collection of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights available 16 days post-broadcast, 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 exclusive originals like 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 airing**, ensuring subscribers can catch up on missed events.
ESPN+ supports streaming in HD on multiple devices, allowing up to three simultaneous streams. Compatible devices include smartphones via the ESPN app, 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 remain pay-per-view (PPV) events, a tradition that continues since the partnership with ESPN+ began in 2019. An active ESPN+ subscription is required to access current and upcoming PPV events. The next major event, UFC 314, is scheduled for April 12.
Saturday, April 12
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Each UFC PPV event is priced at **$79.99** and includes the full fight card, from early preliminary fights to the Main Card event. New ESPN+ subscribers can take advantage of the **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+ for a comprehensive entertainment package.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC's 2025 calendar is packed with exciting PPV events. Early preliminary fights typically start at 3:00 PM PT, available on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. Preliminary fights follow at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible through ESPN networks and ESPN+. The Main Card kicks off at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here's a look at the announced PPV fights 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
