The Biggest Upcoming UFC Fights to Watch in 2025

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 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+, with ESPN+ exclusively streaming numbered UFC PPV events. Below is the confirmed schedule, showing dates, times, and broadcast information 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+

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 striving for recognition. However, these events have gained immense popularity, showcasing incredible matchups between rising stars—definitely worth watching!

Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?

While many UFC Fight Night events air on ESPN channels included with cable subscriptions, you can stream every live UFC fight—Fight Nights and PPVs—on ESPN+.

ESPN+ offers a standalone subscription for $10.99 per month or an annual plan at $109.99 (saving 15%). 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. Available at Disney+.

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