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 more frequent UFC Fight Night series, showcasing rising stars from around the globe. Planning your UFC viewing for 2025? We've compiled a comprehensive guide, including the 2025 schedule, details on UFC Fight Nights, and where to catch every confirmed live event.

Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025

The 2025 UFC schedule is packed with exciting fights, 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+, with ESPN+ exclusively hosting numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the confirmed schedule showing when and where you can 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

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What is UFC Fight Night?

UFC Fight Night events fill the gaps between numbered PPV events, often featuring up-and-coming fighters striving for recognition. However, these events have gained immense popularity, now showcasing thrilling matchups between some of the most promising MMA talents.

Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?

While many UFC Fight Night events air live on various ESPN channels, you can stream every live UFC event—Fight Nights and PPVs—on ESPN+. ESPN+ is available as a standalone subscription for $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year (annual plan, 15% savings). Alternatively, consider the Disney Bundle (ESPN+ with ads, Disney+ with ads, and Hulu with ads) for $14.99 per month.

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Beyond live events, ESPN+ offers a vast archive of past fights, including PPV events added 16 days after airing, plus exclusive originals like The Ultimate Fighter.