How and When To Watch UFC, Bellator MMA, and PFL Fights
You can watch MMA matches on ESPN+, ESPN, Max, and Amazon Prime Video.
If you’re a big fan of Israel Adesanya or looking for the best way to watch the Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree fight, follow us into the ring (or the depths of this article).
We have the answers on how to watch all UFC fight cards, UFC Fight Nights, Bellator MMA matchups, PFL action, and ONE Championship events. In addition, we have the fight schedules here, all in one place.
Each MMA league has its own home—or streaming service—and we’ll dive into how you can get these fights on your TV. IT’S TIME.
Where can I watch the UFC?
You can stream all UFC pay-per-view (PPV) fights only with ESPN+, as this streaming service is the exclusive broadcaster for these events in the U.S.
All UFC numbered events cost $79.99 on top of the ESPN+ membership fee. If you plan to watch UFC all year long (because why wouldn’t you?), we recommend getting ESPN+’s annual subscription to save $24. And between UFC action, you can stream The Ultimate Fighter and Dana White’s Contender Series.
We know you’re anticipating the next UFC card like Connor McGregor anticipates a press conference for a chance to trash-talk his opponent. If you’re into all things UFC, check out this schedule with UFC Fight Nights included.
How can I watch UFC tonight?
| UFC card | Date | Main card time (ET) | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo | May 3, 2025 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN2, ESPN+ |
| UFC 315: Muhammad vs. Della Maddalena | May 10, 2025 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN+ PPV |
| UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Morales | May 17, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night: Blanchfield vs. Barber | May 31, 2025 | 9:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN+ |
| UFC 316: Dvalishvili vs. O'Malley 2 | June 7, 2025 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN+ PPV |
| UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley | June 14, 2025 | 10:00 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN+ |
Data effective as of post date.
Where can I watch Bellator MMA?
The Bellator MMA Champions Series is now available through B/R Sports on Max. After SHOWTIME dropped its sports content in December 2023, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) acquired Bellator and shifted its action to Max. The new broadcast home promises a fresh start—if only Bellator would stop canceling its events.
Live sports on Max is available to Standard and Premium plan subscribers. But for Bellator MMA fans, we highly recommend Max’s Premium base plan over the Standard one because you can stream on four devices instead of two simultaneously, and you can watch select Max content in 4K instead of HD (on 4K-supported devices).
Take a look at the Bellator MMA schedule below to see when to watch Vadim Nemkov, Jason Jackson, and Johnny Eblen during the new Bellator Champions Series.
How can I watch Bellator MMA tonight?
| Bellator Champions Series fight | Featured fighters | Date | Time (ET) | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Data effective as of post date.
Where can I watch the PFL?
You can watch all Professional Fighters League (PFL) regular-season fights live on ESPN or stream on ESPN+. Meanwhile, PFL Champions Series events stream live on Max.
If you plan to stream only PFL on ESPN+ from April to November, the monthly membership ($12) is the way to go. If you plan to also stream UFC bouts, F1 races, MLB games, soccer matches, and NHL action, the annual membership ($120) will save you $24 per year.
If you want to watch PFL with a TV service, Sling TV is the cheapest option at $45.99/mo. and offers Max as an add-on. In the table below, we’ve highlighted other TV services with the ESPN channel if Sling isn’t your jam.
| Provider | Price | Channels | Service type | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN+ | $11.99/mo. | — | On-demand streaming |
View Plan Read ESPN+ Review |
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | 90–185+ | Satellite |
View Plan Read DIRECTV Review |
| DISH | $91.99–$121.99/mo. | 190–290+ | Satellite |
View Plan Read DISH Review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | 95+ | Live TV Streaming |
View Plan Read Hulu Live Review |
| Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | 30–48+ | Live TV Streaming |
View Plan Read Sling TV Review |
| Spectrum TV | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | 150–160+ | Cable |
Check Availability Read Spectrum TV Review |
| Verizon Fios | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | 60–425+ | Digital cable |
View Plan Read Verizon Fios Review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | 100+ | Live TV Streaming |
View Plan Read YouTube TV Review |
Data effective as of post date. Compatible device and internet connection required for streaming services. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
How can I watch the PFL fight tonight?
| PFL event | Date | Time (ET) | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFL Champions Series Dubai: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes | Jan. 25, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. | Max |
| 2025 PFL First Round: Heavyweights and women’s flyweights | April 3, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN2 |
| 2025 PFL First Round: Light heavyweights and lightweights | April 11, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN2 |
| 2025 PFL First Round: Welterweights and featherweights | April 18, 2025 | 4:30 p.m. | ESPN+ |
| 2025 PFL Semifinals: Heavyweights and women’s flyweights | June 12, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| 2025 PFL Semifinals: Light heavyweights and lightweights | June 20, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| 2025 PFL Semifinals: Welterweights and featherweights | June 27, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| PFL Playoffs: Heavyweights and women's flyweights | Aug. 1, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| PFL Playoffs: Light heavyweights and lightweights | Aug. 15, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| PFL Playoffs: Welterweights and featherweights | Aug. 21, 2025 | 6:30 p.m. | ESPN+, ESPN |
| PFL World Championship | TBA | TBA | ESPN+, ESPN |
Data effective as of post date.
If you want even more MMA action, DAZN hosts live combat sports like Golden Boy Promotions, Matchroom Boxing, and Misfits Boxing. It also features women’s soccer competitions, live chess, darts, and pool tournaments.
Where can I watch ONE Championship?
You can stream all of ONE Championship’s Fight Nights on Amazon Prime Video ($8.99–$17.98/mo.) with no add-on required. And for the ONE Championship fans who don’t want another monthly subscription, you can pull up live Fight Nights through ONE Championship’s website, Facebook page, or YouTube channel.
For Friday Fights, MMA fans can stream for free on ONE Championship’s website, Facebook page, and YouTube Channel—and you can cast them to your TV. These particular fights won’t be available on Prime Video.
Most ONE number events are PPV and are only available to stream on ONE Championship’s website, but ONE PPV events only happen a few times throughout the year.
ONE Championship schedule on Amazon Prime Video
| Event | Date | Time (ET) | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONE Fight Night 31: Kongthoranee vs. Nong-O II | Friday, May 2 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE Fight Night 32 | Friday, June 6 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE Fight Night 33 | Friday, July 11 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE Fight Night 34 | Friday, Sept. 5 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE Fight Night 35 | Friday, Oct. 3 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE Fight Night 36 | Friday, Nov. 7 | 9:00 p.m. | Prime Video |
| ONE U.S. Event (TBA) | Friday, Dec. 5 | TBA | Prime Video |
Data effective as of post date.
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