While there isn’t a UFC event happening tonight, fans eager for octagon action don’t have to wait long. The Ultimate Fighting Championship is set to deliver a series of exciting fight nights and a major pay-per-view event in the coming weeks. Let’s dive into the upcoming UFC schedule, pinpoint where the next fights are taking place, and detail how you can catch all the thrilling matchups.
Following a recent event in the Pacific Northwest, the UFC is back in its familiar Las Vegas stomping grounds, hosting events at both the UFC Apex and the T-Mobile Arena. Get ready for a packed schedule featuring a mix of Fight Night cards and a highly anticipated numbered pay-per-view event.
UFC Fight Night: Kape vs. Almabayev – UFC Vegas 103
The next UFC event, UFC Vegas 103, is scheduled for March 1st at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. This Fight Night card is headlined by a compelling flyweight clash between the explosive fan-favorite Manel Kape and the undefeated, rising contender from Kazakhstan, Asu Almabayev.
This event marks the UFC’s return to the Apex facility, a venue known for hosting intimate and action-packed fight nights. Beyond the main event, UFC Vegas 103 boasts a card filled with intriguing matchups and returning veterans. Fight fans can look forward to seeing seasoned fighters like Nasrat Haqparast, Montana De La Rosa, and Andrea Lee step back into the Octagon.
How to Watch UFC Vegas 103 on March 1:
- Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Start Time: 4:30 PM ET for preliminary card, 7:00 PM ET for main card
- Broadcast: Exclusively on ESPN+
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UFC Vegas 103 Fight Card:
Main Card
- Flyweight: Manel Kape vs. Asu Almabayev
- Middleweight: Cody Brundage vs. Julian Marquez
- Lightweight: Nasrat Haqparast vs. Esteban Ribovics
- Featherweight: William Gomis vs. Hyder Amil
- Welterweight: Danny Barlow vs. Sam Patterson
Preliminary Card
- Heavyweight: Austen Lane vs. Mario Pinto
- Featherweight: Ricardo Ramos vs. Chepe Mariscal
- Bantamweight: Lucas Almeida vs. Danny Silva
- Women’s Flyweight: Andrea Lee vs. JJ Aldrich
- Flyweight: Charles Johnson vs. Ramazan Temirov
UFC 313: Pereira vs. Ankalaev – A Pay-Per-View Spectacle
Just a week after UFC Vegas 103, the UFC shifts gears to a major pay-per-view event, UFC 313, on March 8th. This time, the action moves to the larger T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, promising a grander spectacle and a packed house. UFC 313 is headlined by a highly anticipated light heavyweight title fight. Reigning champion Alex Pereira will defend his belt against the formidable No. 1 contender, Magomed Ankalaev.
UFC 313 is not just about the main event. The co-main event is a guaranteed barnburner, featuring fan favorites Justin Gaethje and Dan Hooker going head-to-head in a lightweight clash that has “Fight of the Night” potential written all over it. This pay-per-view card is stacked with exciting matchups from top to bottom.
How to Watch UFC 313 on March 8:
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
- Start Time: 6:00 PM ET for preliminary card, 10:00 PM ET for main card
- Broadcast: Exclusively on ESPN+ (PPV)
UFC 313 Fight Card:
Main Card
- Light Heavyweight Championship: Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev
- Lightweight: Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev
- Women’s Strawweight: Amanda Lemos vs. Iasmin Lucindo
- Welterweight: King Green vs. Mauricio Ruffy
- Lightweight: Jalin Turner vs. Iasmin Bahamondes
Preliminary Card
- Middleweight: Brunno Ferreira vs. Armen Petrosyan
- Light Heavyweight: Ozzy Diaz vs. Djorden Santos
- Welterweight: Alex Morono vs. Carlos Leal
- Bantamweight: Mairon Santos vs. Francis Marshall
- Middleweight: Bruno Silva vs. Joshua Van
- Heavyweight: Curtis Blaydes vs. Rizvan Kuniev
UFC Fight Night: Vettori vs. Dolidze – UFC Vegas 104
The UFC’s busy March schedule continues with another Fight Night event, UFC Vegas 104, on March 15th. Returning to the UFC Apex once again, this card features a main event that pits two ranked middleweights against each other. Former title challenger Marvin Vettori will face off against the dangerous grappler Roman Dolidze.
UFC Vegas 104 keeps the momentum going with a card that includes the return of familiar names like Chidi Njokuani, Alexander Hernandez, and Ryan Spann. Expect another night of compelling fights from the Apex.
How to Watch UFC Vegas 104 on March 15:
- Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Start Time: 4:00 PM ET for preliminary card, 7:00 PM ET for main card
- Broadcast: Exclusively on ESPN+
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UFC Vegas 104 Fight Card:
Main Card
- Middleweight: Marvin Vettori vs. Roman Dolidze
- Welterweight: Elizeu Zaleski vs. Chidi Njokuani
- Bantamweight: Damon Blackshear vs. Cody Gibson
- Lightweight: Alexander Hernandez vs. Kurt Holobaugh
- Women’s Strawweight: Su Young You vs. AJ Cunningham
Preliminary Card
- Featherweight: Kevin Vallejos vs. Seung Woo Choi
- Flyweight: André Lima vs. Daniel Barez
- Women’s Bantamweight: Yuneisy Duben vs. Carli Judice
- Women’s Flyweight: Sam Hughes vs. Stephanie Luciano
- Bantamweight: Diyar Nurgozhay vs. Brendson Ribeiro
- Flyweight: Josias Musasa vs. Carlos Vera
- Women’s Bantamweight: Josiane Nunes vs. Priscila Cachoeira
- Welterweight: Evan Elder vs. Marquel Mederos
Stay Tuned for UFC Action
While there might not be a UFC fight happening tonight, the upcoming weeks are packed with events. From Fight Night cards at the UFC Apex to the spectacle of UFC 313 at the T-Mobile Arena, MMA fans have plenty to look forward to. Make sure you’re subscribed to ESPN+ to catch all the action live and stay updated on the latest UFC schedule for more thrilling fights.
