Get ready for a high-stakes UFC Fight Night as former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker takes on submission specialist Reinier de Ridder on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The action unfolds live from the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, and fans around the world can tune in via multiple platforms.
Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the full event.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
- Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Broadcast Schedule (Eastern Time)
| Coverage Area | Platform | Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims | ESPN / ESPN+ | 12:00 PM ET |
| Main Card | ABC / ESPN+ | 3:00 PM ET |
How to Watch
1. ABC (Main Card)
- Watch the main card live on broadcast TV via ABC at 3:00 PM ET.
- Available through traditional TV providers or through ABC’s website/app with a provider login.
2. ESPN+ (Streaming)
- Stream both the prelims and main card via ESPN+.
- A subscription is required, but cable is not.
3. ESPN (Cable/Streaming Services)
- The prelims will air on ESPN, accessible via cable or live TV services like Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV, or Fubo.
International Viewing
- Canada: Available on TSN or Sportsnet.
- United Kingdom: Likely broadcast via TNT Sports (check local listings).
- Other regions: Available through UFC Fight Pass or regional broadcast partners.
Fight Card Overview
Main Card (ABC / ESPN+):
- Middleweight: Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder
- Bantamweight: Petr Yan vs. Marcus McGhee
- Bantamweight: Bryce Mitchell vs. Said Nurmagomedov
- Middleweight: Sharabutdin Magomedov vs. Marc-André Barriault
Preliminary Card (ESPN / ESPN+):
- Light Heavyweight: Nikita Krylov vs. Bogdan Guskov
- Women’s Strawweight: Amanda Ribas vs. Tabatha Ricci
- Welterweight: Muslim Salikhov vs. Carlos Leal Miranda
- Light Heavyweight: İbo Aslan vs. Billy Elekana
- Heavyweight: Martin Buday vs. Marcus Buchecha
- Featherweight: Mohammad Yahya vs. Steven Nguyen
- Bantamweight: Davey Grant vs. Da’Mon Blackshear
Final Tips
- Sign in to your ESPN+ and ABC accounts in advance to avoid login issues.
- Double-check your local time zone to match start times.
- Consider using a streaming device like Roku, Apple TV, or Fire Stick for the best viewing experience.
Don’t miss this international showcase of elite talent. UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. de Ridder promises to deliver high-impact action from start to finish.