The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has been thrilling fans with its high-octane mixed martial arts action for over two decades. Since its inception in 1993, UFC has hosted over 300 pay-per-view events, becoming a juggernaut in the sports entertainment industry. With the rise in popularity of streaming services and a shift away from traditional cable, fans are eager to know how to watch UFC fights online. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide on where to stream UFC events, details on pay-per-view (PPV) events, and the schedule for the most anticipated 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, ESPN+ offers more than just the standard ESPN cable broadcasts. Subscribers enjoy a wide range 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. The standalone ESPN+ subscription is available for **$11.99 per month** or an annual plan at **$119.99 per year**, offering a 15% savings over the monthly rate. The Disney Bundle, featuring ESPN+ (With Ads), Disney+ (With Ads), and Hulu (With Ads), is priced at **$14.99 per month**. Alternatively, access to ESPN+ is included with a Hulu + Live TV subscription, making it a versatile choice for live TV streaming in 2025.

An ESPN+ subscription unlocks a treasure trove of UFC content, including all pay-per-view fights post-broadcast, UFC Fight Night events, and a vast archive spanning over two decades of UFC's rich history. Subscribers can also stream every season of The Ultimate Fighter, alongside exclusive originals such as UFC Embedded, Dana White's Contender Series, Rowdy's Places, and more.

Moreover, **every UFC pay-per-view event becomes available on ESPN+ just 16 days after airing**, giving subscribers a chance to catch up on any missed action.

ESPN+ can be enjoyed on a variety of devices in HD, supporting up to three simultaneous streams. You can access it through the ESPN app on mobile devices, streaming devices like Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Google Chromecast, select smart TVs, and gaming consoles including PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

UFC Pay-Per-View Explained

UFC's numbered events have long been pay-per-view (PPV) staples, a tradition that continues with the partnership with ESPN+ since 2019. To access these PPV events, an active ESPN+ subscription is required. The next major event on the calendar is UFC 314, set for April 12.

Saturday, April 12 - UFC 314: Volkanovski vs. Lopes

Each UFC PPV event is priced at **$79.99**, granting access to the full fight card, including early preliminary fights, preliminary fights, and the Main Card event. New ESPN+ subscribers interested in an upcoming PPV event can opt for the **UFC PPV Bundle for $134.98**, which includes an annual ESPN+ subscription and access to the next UFC PPV event. A streaming bundle option also includes Hulu and Disney+.

UFC PPV Schedule for 2025

UFC's 2025 lineup is packed with exciting PPV events. Early preliminary fights typically start at 3:00 PM PT and are available on various ESPN networks, including ESPN+. Preliminary fights kick off at 5:00 PM PT, also accessible via ESPN networks and ESPN+. The Main Card begins at 7:00 PM PT and is exclusively streamed on ESPN+. Here's a rundown of the announced PPV events 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