The Biggest Upcoming UFC Fights to Watch in 2025

For over two decades, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has thrilled fans with its captivating 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 2025 UFC viewing? 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 streaming numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the confirmed schedule, detailing when and where to watch all 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 fighters aiming to make their mark. However, UFC Fight Nights have gained immense popularity, showcasing thrilling matchups between rising stars you won't want to miss.

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 a subscription service available for $10.99 per month (or $109.99 annually), or bundled with Disney+ and Hulu (with ads) for $14.99 per month.

Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle

Includes all three services. Available at Disney+.

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