For over two decades, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated fans worldwide with its thrilling mixed martial arts matchups. What started as a series of numbered pay-per-view events has evolved into a robust schedule that includes the popular UFC Fight Night series, showcasing emerging talent from across the globe. If you're eager to stay updated on the UFC action in 2025, we've compiled a comprehensive guide. Below, you'll find the complete 2025 UFC schedule, details about UFC Fight Nights, and information on where to catch every live UFC event this year.
Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025
------------------------------The 2025 UFC schedule is now public, featuring an exciting lineup of UFC Fight Nights and major pay-per-view (PPV) events. Preliminary fights are broadcast across various ESPN networks, while the main events are primarily shown on ESPN and/or ESPN+. Notably, ESPN+ is the exclusive platform for numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the full list of confirmed UFC events for 2025, including dates, times, and main matchups:
- 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
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What is UFC Fight Night?
------------------------UFC Fight Night events are scheduled between the numbered PPV events and often spotlight up-and-coming fighters aiming to make their mark. These events have grown significantly in popularity, now featuring exciting bouts that highlight the next generation of UFC stars.
Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?
-----------------------------------Most UFC Fight Night events are broadcast live on various ESPN network channels, available with standard cable subscriptions. However, to catch every live UFC fight, including both UFC Fight Nights and PPV events, you'll need an ESPN+ subscription.
ESPN+ offers a standalone subscription for $10.99 per month, or you can opt for the ESPN+ Annual Plan at $109.99 per year, which saves you 15% off the monthly rate. Additionally, you can get the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle for $14.99 per month, which includes all three services with ads.
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With an ESPN+ subscription, you not only gain access to live UFC events but also a vast archive of past fights, including PPV events added 16 days post-airing, and exclusive UFC originals like The Ultimate Fighter.