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 talent from around the globe. Planning your UFC viewing for 2025? 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 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+. ESPN+ serves as the exclusive home for numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the confirmed schedule, indicating dates and broadcast locations for all upcoming fights:

• 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+

Subscribe to ESPN+ as a standalone service or as part of the Disney Bundle (Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu). Find it at ESPN+.

What is UFC Fight Night?

UFC Fight Night events fill the gaps between numbered PPV events, often featuring up-and-coming fighters eager to prove themselves. However, UFC Fight Nights have gained significant popularity, now showcasing compelling 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, ESPN+ provides access to *every* live UFC event, including Fight Nights and PPVs. ESPN+ is available as a standalone subscription for $10.99/month or $109.99/year (15% savings). Alternatively, consider the Disney Bundle (ESPN+ with ads, Disney+ with ads, Hulu with ads) for $14.99/month.

Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ Bundle

Includes all three services. See it at Disney+.

Beyond live events, ESPN+ offers a vast archive of past fights, including PPV events (added 16 days after airing), and exclusive original content like The Ultimate Fighter.