How to Live Stream UFC Fights With ESPN+ – The UFC debuted on the ESPN+ streaming service with a massive event that included a showdown between flyweight champion Henry Cejudo and bantamweight champion TJ Dillashaw to contest the flyweight belt. Throughout 2019, UFC on ESPN+ is set to bring you a flurry of other fantastic events, and the only way to stream them is through the ESPN+ service.
Other fights, including prelims, are set to broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2 throughout the year. Stay tuned, and don’t miss a second of the bloody action.
UFC on ESPN Fight Night Date and Time
Date: March 2, 2019
Time: 10 PM EST (Main Card), 8:00 PM EST (Prelims), 6:15 PM EST (Early Prelims)
Official Stream: Pay Per View (Main Card); ESPN (Prelims) UFC Fight Pass (Early Prelims)
Main Event: Jones vs. Smith
How to Live Stream UFC Fights on ESPN+
All UFC on ESPN+ events are streamed on the ESPN+ service. You don’t need cable to sign up for ESPN+, and having cable doesn’t give you access to ESPN+. That means you need to get yourself an ESPN+ account if you want to live stream UFC on ESPN+ fights.
UFC on ESPN and UFC on ESPN 2 events are broadcast on ESPN and ESPN 2, and these fights are available through a few different streaming methods depending on the specific event. Some are set to be PPV matches, but others will be available through ESPN+ or even through the regular WatchESPN service.
To stream through WatchESPN, you need a cable subscription that includes ESPN.
UFC on ESPN can be found on these official sources:
- ESPN+
- ESPN2
- WatchESPN
In addition to these official sources, you can also stream some UFC events through cable replacement streaming services that include the relevant ESPN channel. For example, some UFC on ESPN and UFC on ESPN 2 events and prelims can be streamed on WatchESPN or a streaming service like Hulu With Live TV or Sling TV.
How to Catch Fight Night With an ESPN+ Free Trial
ESPN offers a free trial of the ESPN+ service, so it’s actually possible to stream UFC on ESPN+ for free. The trial only lasts a week, but if you’re only after one fight, you really only need it for the night.
The monthly subscription for ESPN+ is fairly inexpensive, especially compared to the cost of a regular PPV UFC event, so it’s worth keeping if you plan on watching more than just one fight.
You do need to enter your billing information when you sign up. If you don’t cancel during the trial period, they will charge you for the plan you chose during the sign up process.
How to Live Stream UFC Fights on ESPN+
Some of the most exciting fights this year are going to be on ESPN+, which is great news if you’re sick of paying massive fees for PPV events.
It’s a little more complicated than just watching the fight on ESPN, and having a cable subscription that includes ESPN or ESPN2 doesn’t allow you to access ESPN+, but it’s far more affordable than PPV even with the extra ESPN+ subscription.
Here’s how to live stream UFC on ESPN+:
1. Using your favorite web browser, navigate to ESPN.com/Watch.
2. Move your mouse over the silhouette icon in the upper right corner of the page, and select Log In.
3. Enter the email address and password for your ESPN+ account, and select Log In.
Important Note: You need to use your ESPN+ login information here. If you don’t have an ESPN+ subscription, you’ll have to sign up for one. Having a cable subscription with ESPN doesn’t grant you access to ESPN+ streams.
4. Select the UFC fight stream.
Tip; If the fight is currently happening, or about to happen, it should appear front and center. If you don’t see it, you can look for it further down the page, or use the search function to search for UFC.
5. That’s it.
How to Live Stream UFC on ESPN and UFC on ESPN2 Fights Through WatchESPN
Some UFC matches, like prelims, are broadcast on ESPN or ESPN2 and can be streamed through WatchESPN. This requires a cable subscription, or a subscription to a qualifying streaming service. Having an ESPN+ subscription does not give you access to ESPN and ESPN2 streams on WatchESPN.
Important Note: ESPN and ESPN2 broadcast and stream some UFC events that aren’t on ESPN+, but that doesn’t mean they’re all free to stream. Some UFC streams on WatchESPN require you to make an additional pay per view (PPV) purchase.
Here’s how to Live stream UFC bouts broadcast on ESPN2:
1. Using your favorite web browser, navigate to ESPN.com/watch.
2. Select the live stream you want to watch.
Tips: If the fight isn’t on yet, select the main live streaming option. You’ll be able to get all set up for streaming, so you’ll be ready when the event starts.
3. Select your cable provider.
4. Enter your cable provider login information, and select Sign In.
5. Look in the upper right corner of the WatchESPN website. If you see your cable provider, you’re ready to stream ESPN and ESPN2.
6. Return to the WatchESPN website when the fight you want to stream is live.
