The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans worldwide for over two decades, hosting more than 300 pay-per-view events since its inception in 1993. As the sport of mixed martial arts continues to grow, UFC delivers frequent fights, exclusive originals, and more, catering to an ever-expanding audience. With the rise of streaming services and the decline of traditional cable subscriptions, many fans are eager to discover 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 a sneak peek at the schedule for the most anticipated fights of 2025.
Where to Watch UFC Fights Online
For those looking to catch UFC fights online, ESPN+ is the go-to platform as it holds the exclusive streaming rights. Subscribing to ESPN+ not only gives you access to UFC events but also a host of other live sports and a vast archive of UFC content, setting it apart from the standard ESPN channels available on cable.
ESPN+
You can sign up for a standalone ESPN+ subscription or opt for the Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. The standalone ESPN+ subscription is available for **$11.99 per month**, while the annual plan costs **$119.99**, offering a 15% saving over the monthly rate. Alternatively, you can get ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads) bundled for **$14.99 per month**. ESPN+ is also accessible through a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it an excellent choice for live TV streaming in 2025.
Subscribing to ESPN+ provides access to a wealth of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights post-broadcast, UFC Fight Night events, and an extensive archive spanning over two decades of UFC history. Fans can also stream all seasons of The Ultimate Fighter and exclusive originals such as UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, and Rowdy's Places.
Moreover, **every UFC pay-per-view event becomes available on ESPN+ just 16 days after airing**, ensuring subscribers don't miss out even if they couldn't watch live.
You can enjoy ESPN+ in HD on a range of devices, including mobile devices, 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, with the ability to stream on up to three devices simultaneously.
UFC Pay-Per-View Explained
UFC's numbered events continue to be pay-per-view (PPV) events, a tradition that persists even after the partnership with ESPN+ began in 2019. To watch these events, you'll need an active ESPN+ subscription. The upcoming event to mark on your calendar is UFC 314 on April 12.
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes
Scheduled for **Saturday, April 12**, UFC 314 will feature a main card event between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes. Each UFC PPV event is priced at **$79.99**, granting access to the full fight card, from early prelims to the main event. New ESPN+ subscribers can take advantage of a **UFC PPV Bundle for $134.98**, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and access to the next PPV event. Additionally, a streaming bundle with Hulu and Disney+ is available.
UFC PPV Schedule for 2025
UFC's 2025 lineup promises an exciting array of PPV events. Early prelims typically start at 3:00 PM PT and can be viewed on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. The prelims follow at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible across 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 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
