UFC 305: Gaethje vs. Pimblett – How to Watch, Start Times, and the New Paramount+ Era
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UFC fans are entering a new era of access! Starting with UFC 305, headlined by a lightweight clash between Justin Gaethje and Bobby Green (originally scheduled against Paddy Pimblett, who withdrew due to injury), all numbered UFC events and UFC Fight Night events in the U.S. and Latin America will be exclusively available on Paramount+, with no additional pay-per-view cost. This marks a significant shift in how fans consume UFC content. Here’s everything you need to know about UFC 305 and the new streaming landscape.
when and Where: UFC 305 Details
UFC 305: Gaethje vs. Green will take place on Saturday, Febuary 17, 2024, at the Apex in las Vegas, Nevada. The event will begin with the early prelims at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT, followed by the prelims at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT, and the main card kicking off at 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT.
All bouts will be streamed live on Paramount+.
Critically important Note: The original bout was scheduled to be Gaethje vs.Pimblett. Though,Paddy Pimblett withdrew from the fight due to a reported ankle injury and has been replaced by Bobby Green.
A New Streaming Era for UFC
This event signifies a landmark partnership between UFC and Paramount.For the first time, fans in the U.S. and Latin America will have access to every numbered event and all UFC Fight Night events included with their Paramount+ subscription. This eliminates the conventional pay-per-view model for these events.
* U.S. & Latin America: all numbered events and UFC fight nights are included with a Paramount+ subscription.
* Australia: Paramount+ subscribers will continue to enjoy preliminary fights for all numbered events and all 30 UFC Fight Nights at no extra cost, as per the existing agreement.
This change represents a major investment by Paramount in UFC, demonstrated by a extensive marketing campaign integrating the UFC brand across its entire ecosystem, including Paramount+, CBS, and various digital platforms. Paramount unveiled a new brand spot showcasing this commitment.
Key Bouts on the UFC 305 Card
While the main event of Gaethje vs. Green is the headliner, UFC 305 boasts a compelling fight card:
* Main Event: Justin Gaethje vs. Bobby Green (Lightweight)
* Co-Main Event: Jalin Turner vs. Renato Moicano (Lightweight)
* Middleweight: Dricus Du Plessis vs. former champion Robert Whittaker
* Lightweight: Matt Frevola vs. Benoit Saint-Denis
* Flyweight: Steve Erceg vs. Matt Schnell
(Fight card subject to change)
How to Subscribe to Paramount+
To watch UFC 305 and all future UFC events included in this new streaming model, you can subscribe to Paramount+ through their official website. Paramount+ offers various subscription tiers, including options with and without Showtime.
FAQ
* do I need to pay extra for UFC events on Paramount+? No, in the U.S. and Latin America, all numbered events and UFC Fight Nights are included with your Paramount+ subscription.
* will I still be able to watch UFC on traditional pay-per-view? No, the traditional pay-per-view option is no longer available for these events in the U.S. and Latin America.
* What if I already have a Paramount+ subscription? You’re all set! Simply log in to your account on February 17th to watch UFC 305.
* Is this change permanent? Yes, this is a long-term partnership between UFC and Paramount, and the new streaming model is expected to continue indefinitely.
Key Takeaways
* UFC 305 features Justin Gaethje vs. bobby Green as the main event.
* All UFC numbered events and Fight nights are now exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. and Latin America, included with a subscription.
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