For over two decades, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has thrilled audiences with its captivating mixed martial arts (MMA) matchups. Initially a series of pay-per-view events, the UFC has expanded significantly, incorporating the frequent UFC Fight Night series, showcasing rising stars from around the globe. Planning your 2025 UFC viewing? We've compiled a comprehensive guide, including the 2025 schedule, details on UFC Fight Nights, and viewing options for every confirmed live event.
Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025
The 2025 UFC schedule is packed with exciting matchups, from UFC Fight Nights to major pay-per-view (PPV) events. Preliminary fights are typically broadcast across various ESPN networks, while main events usually air on ESPN and/or ESPN+. ESPN+ exclusively streams numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the confirmed schedule detailing when and where to catch all the action:
- UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev - March 8, 2025 at 7 PM PT
- UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs. Dolidze 2 - March 15 at 4 PM PT
- UFC Fight Night: Edwardz vs. Brady - March 23 at 1 PM PT
- UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg - March 29 at 4 PM PT
- UFC Fight Night: Emmet vs. Murphy - April 5 at 6 PM PT
- UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes - April 12, 2025 at 7 PM PT
- UFC Fight Night: Hill vs. Rountree Jr. - April 26 at 6 PM PT
- UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena - May 10, 2024 at 7 PM PT
ESPN+
Sign up for a standalone ESPN+ subscription or bundle it with Disney+ and Hulu. Find it at ESPN+.
What is UFC Fight Night?
UFC Fight Night events fill the gaps between numbered PPV events, often featuring rising fighters aiming for recognition. However, UFC Fight Nights have gained immense popularity, showcasing thrilling bouts between promising talents you won't want to miss.
Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?
While many UFC Fight Night events air live on ESPN networks (available with standard cable), you can stream every live UFC event—Fight Nights and PPVs—on ESPN+. ESPN+ is a subscription service available for $10.99/month or $109.99/year (annual plan). You can also bundle ESPN+ (with ads) with Disney+ (with ads) and Hulu (with ads) for $14.99/month.
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle
Includes all three services. Find it at Disney+.
ESPN+ offers not only live UFC events but also a vast archive of past fights (including PPV events added 16 days after airing) and exclusive originals like The Ultimate Fighter.
