UFC 2025: Must-See Fights Announced

For over two decades, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated audiences with its thrilling 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, detailing the 2025 schedule, explaining UFC Fight Nights, and outlining where to catch every confirmed live event.

Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025

The 2025 UFC schedule boasts a mix of UFC Fight Nights and 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 watch 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 as part of the Disney Bundle (Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu). Available 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 exciting matchups between promising talents.

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Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?

While many UFC Fight Night events air live on ESPN channels included with standard cable packages, ESPN+ provides access to *every* live UFC event, including Fight Nights and PPVs.

ESPN+ offers a standalone subscription for $10.99 per month or an annual plan at $109.99 (15% savings). Alternatively, bundle ESPN+ (with ads) with Disney+ (with ads) and Hulu (with ads) for $14.99 per month.

Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle

Includes all three services. See it at Disney+.

Beyond live events, ESPN+ boasts a vast archive of past fights, including PPV events added 16 days post-airing, and exclusive originals like The Ultimate Fighter.