Jon Anik has continued his role with the UFC as the play-by-play commentator for the promotion’s biggest events following a contract extension.
The former ESPN anchor and radio host originally joined the Ultimate Fighting Championship in 2011. He initially called play-by-play action for broadcasts on networks like FOX, FX, FS1, and FUEL TV, according to the UFC. By 2017, Anik advanced to the primary play-by-play position for major pay-per-view events. He has maintained that role since then, calling championship bouts and landmark fight cards across the globe.
The new agreement reinforces the promotion’s broadcast continuity as the organization enters its next media chapter alongside Paramount. Anik contributes to athlete storytelling, programming, and promotional coverage beyond his standard broadcast duties.
“I am beyond grateful for these last 15 years with the UFC,” Jon Anik told UFC. “I’ve had the chance to learn from and work with so many talented people.”
Anik highlighted the collaborative nature of the live broadcast operation during his tenure. He praised the behind-the-scenes staff and the athletes who drive the sport forward.
“There is no live production team in all of television that I would rather go to bat for and I will never take this seat for granted,” Anik told UFC.
“Eternal thanks to the MMA athletes, who fight and train so hard and allow so many of us fans to work in the sport we love.”
The broadcaster expressed enthusiasm regarding the future direction of the combat sports organization.
“I am so excited to be a part of what this monster organization does moving forward,” Anik told UFC.
"I am so excited to be a part of what this monster organization does moving forward.”@Jon_Anik talks extending his incredible 15-year run calling the action for @ufc ⤵️https://t.co/RvA79La8f2″