Top UFC Matches to Watch in 2025

For over two decades, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has captivated audiences by showcasing elite mixed martial artists from around the globe. What started as a series of numbered pay-per-view events has expanded into a regular roster of bouts through the UFC Fight Night series, spotlighting emerging contenders worldwide. If you're looking for the complete 2025 UFC viewing guide, we have all the details. Below, you'll find the full 2025 UFC calendar, insights into UFC Fight Nights, and where to catch every confirmed live event this year.

Upcoming UFC Schedule for 2025

The 2025 UFC calendar is officially out, featuring a packed lineup of events from UFC Fight Nights to major pay-per-view (PPV) spectacles. Preliminary bouts are broadcast across ESPN networks, while main cards typically air on ESPN and ESPN+. ESPN+ remains the exclusive platform for all numbered UFC PPV events. Explore the full schedule of confirmed UFC events below to find out when and where you can watch every fight this year:

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 typically scheduled between major pay-per-view (PPV) cards and showcase emerging talent looking to climb the ranks. In recent years, these events have gained significant popularity, often delivering thrilling matches featuring tomorrow's stars that you won't want to miss.

Where Can You Watch New UFC Fights?

While UFC Fight Night preliminaries often air on ESPN cable channels, ESPN+ is your destination for every live UFC fight—from Fight Nights to pay-per-view (PPV) events.

ESPN+ is a premium streaming service available as a standalone subscription for $10.99 per month. Alternatively, you can save 15% with the ESPN+ Annual Plan at $109.99 per year. You can also bundle ESPN+ (With Ads) with Disney+ (With Ads) and Hulu (With Ads) for $14.99 per month.

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With ESPN+, you not only get live UFC events but also access to an extensive library of past fights, including PPV replays added 16 days after airing, plus exclusive original programs like The Ultimate Fighter.