when does ufc go to paramount

The UFC will start airing exclusively on Paramount platforms beginning in 2026. This comes as part of a landmark seven-year media rights agreement where Paramount+ will stream all 13 marquee numbered UFC events and 30 Fight Nights annually. Select marquee events will also be simulcast on CBS. The deal eliminates the traditional pay-per-view model, making UFC content accessible to Paramount+ subscribers at no additional cost. This new partnership was announced in August 2025 and represents a significant change in UFC's distribution in the U.S. market.