UFC Premium Fights Will Be Broadcasted Online
Starting in 2026, UFC fans will have a new way to catch their favorite premium fights. Paramount and UFC parent company TKO Group Holdings recently announced a seven-year media rights deal, making Paramount the exclusive home for all UFC events in the U.S. This partnership means that Paramount will be streaming UFC’s 13 marquee numbered events and 30 Fight Nights directly through its platform, Paramount+. Some of the numbered events will also be simulcast on CBS to reach a wider audience.
With the Pay-Per-View model coming to an end in 2025, Paramount will transition to delivering UFC content through its subscriber-based service beginning in 2026. This media deal comes with a hefty price tag, boasting an average annual value of $1.1 billion, with payments front-loaded towards the latter years of the agreement.
TKO CEO Ariel Emanuel expressed his excitement about this groundbreaking deal, emphasizing UFC’s status as a global sports powerhouse. David Ellison, Paramount CEO, also shared his enthusiasm for this exclusive partnership, recognizing UFC’s massive global recognition and cultural impact.
While the announcement focused on distributing UFC’s major events, some original content like Contender Series and Ultimate Fighter shows that currently stream on ESPN+ were not directly mentioned. UFC fans also have access to the Fight Pass app for additional streaming content.
As we look forward to 2026, UFC enthusiasts can anticipate an exciting new era of UFC streaming exclusively through Paramount+, offering a convenient and immersive way to enjoy the action-packed world of UFC.
