The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans around the world for over two decades, with more than 300 pay-per-view events broadcast since 1993. As UFC continues to grow in popularity, it offers a range of frequent fights, exclusive originals, and more. With the rise of streaming services and the decline of cable subscriptions, many fans are eager to find out how and where they can watch UFC fights online. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on streaming UFC events, details on 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 streaming UFC fights online is ESPN+. As the exclusive streaming home for UFC, an ESPN+ subscription offers more than just the standard ESPN channels available through cable. It provides access to a wide range 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**, while the annual plan costs **$119.99 per year**, offering a 15% savings over the monthly rate. The Disney Bundle, which includes ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads), is priced at **$14.99 per month**. Additionally, ESPN+ is accessible through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it a versatile option for live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribers to ESPN+ gain access to an array of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights after they air, UFC Fight Night events, and an archive spanning over two decades of modern and classic fights. You can also stream every season of The Ultimate Fighter, along with other exclusive originals such as UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, Rowdy's Places, and more.
Furthermore, **every UFC pay-per-view event becomes available on ESPN+ 16 days after airing**, allowing subscribers to catch up on any missed events.
ESPN+ supports streaming in HD on various 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 up to three simultaneous streams.
UFC Pay-Per-View Explained
UFC's numbered events are typically pay-per-view (PPV) events, a tradition that has continued since the partnership with ESPN+ began in 2019. To watch these events, you need an active ESPN+ subscription. The upcoming event is UFC 314, set for April 12.
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Each UFC PPV event costs **$79.99** and includes the entire 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 PPV event. There's also a streaming bundle that includes Hulu and Disney+.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC has a packed schedule for 2025, featuring several announced PPV fights. 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 begins at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here are the details for the announced PPV events in 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
