The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated audiences for over two decades, showcasing a diverse array of mixed martial arts talents in thrilling combat. Starting as a series of numbered pay-per-view events, the UFC has expanded to include the popular UFC Fight Night series, which highlights emerging fighters from around the globe. If you're eager to know the schedule and viewing options for UFC events in 2025, you're in the right place. Below, we provide a comprehensive guide to the 2025 UFC schedule, details on UFC Fight Nights, and information on where to watch every confirmed live UFC event this year.
Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025
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The 2025 UFC schedule is now available, featuring an exciting lineup of events from UFC Fight Nights to high-profile pay-per-view (PPV) spectacles. Preliminary fights are broadcast across various ESPN networks, while main events are typically shown on ESPN and/or ESPN+. Notably, ESPN+ is the exclusive platform for numbered UFC PPV events. Here's the full list of confirmed UFC events for 2025, detailing when and where you can watch each fight:
- 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, 2025 at 7 PM PT
ESPN+
To catch all the action, sign up for a standalone ESPN+ subscription or opt for the Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. See it at ESPN+
What is UFC Fight Night?
------------------------UFC Fight Night events are scheduled between the numbered pay-per-view (PPV) events and often feature up-and-coming fighters aiming to make their mark. Over time, these events have gained significant popularity, now showcasing intense matchups between some of the most promising talents in the sport. These are must-watch events for any UFC enthusiast looking to discover the next big stars.
Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?
-----------------------------------While most UFC Fight Night events are broadcast live on various ESPN network channels available with standard cable subscriptions, ESPN+ is your go-to platform for watching every live UFC fight, whether it's a UFC Fight Night or a UFC pay-per-view (PPV) event.
ESPN+ offers a **standalone subscription for $10.99 per month**, or you can choose the **ESPN+ Annual Plan for $109.99 per year**, which saves you 15% off the monthly rate. Alternatively, you can bundle ESPN+ (With Ads) with Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads) for just $14.99 per month.
Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ Bundle
This bundle includes all three services. See it at Disney+
Subscribing to ESPN+ not only grants you access to every live UFC event but also provides a vast archive of past fights, including UFC PPV events added 16 days after their initial airing, along with exclusive originals like The Ultimate Fighter.
