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This Saturday, March 8, 2025, the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas will host a monumental showdown as UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira puts his title on the line against the formidable Magomed Ankalaev in the UFC 313 main event. This highly anticipated clash, streamings exclusively on ESPN+ PPV, guarantees a night of electrifying action, with Pereira’s unshakable resilience and Ankalaev’s calculated aggression taking center stage. The card is packed with thrilling matchups, making it a must-watch for fight fans everywhere.
Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
Broadcast: ESPN+ PPV (Exclusive), Fitepass (Global)
Start Times:
Early Prelims: 6:00 PM ET
Prelims: 8:00 PM ET
Main Card: 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
Main Event Preview:
Alex Pereira (12-2), the Brazilian striking sensation, steps into his fourth title defense with an impressive record of 10 knockouts in 12 wins, including four first-round finishes. However, his opponent, Magomed Ankalaev (20-1-1), a Dagestani powerhouse on a 12-fight unbeaten streak, presents his toughest challenge yet. With 11 career knockouts and a reputation for early finishes, Ankalaev’s relentless pressure could push Pereira’s legendary composure to its limits. Both fighters return to the Octagon after a six-month layoff, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their clash for dominance in the 205-pound division.
Fans in the U.S. can stream UFC 313, featuring Alex Pereira’s high-stakes light heavyweight title defense against Magomed Ankalaev, exclusively through ESPN+ pay-per-view. ESPN+ also provides access to all upcoming numbered UFC PPVs throughout the year, making it the go-to platform for fight night action.
Canadian fight fans can catch the UFC 313 prelims live on Sportsnet and TVA Sports, while the main card is available through multiple pay-per-view platforms. Options include Bell, Rogers, Shaw, Sportsnet+, and UFC Fight Pass, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the action.
The pay-per-view cost for UFC 313 is $69.99, with the main card starting at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Whether you’re tuning in for Pereira vs. Ankalaev or the stacked undercard, Canada’s top providers have you covered for an unforgettable night of MMA.
The UFC 313 main card begins at 3 a.m. GMT, with Pereira and Ankalaev expected to enter the Octagon around 5 a.m. Both the prelims and main card will be broadcast live on TNT Sports. Fans can access TNT Sports through various platforms, including Sky, BT, EE, or Virgin Media packages. Alternatively, the Discovery+ Premium plan (£30.99/month) offers access to TNT Sports, Eurosport, and a host of entertainment channels all in one place.
For Australian viewers, the UFC 313 main card will air live on Sunday, March 9, starting at 2 p.m. AEDT. The event is available through Kayo Sports PPV or Foxtel Main Event, with a pay-per-view cost of AU$59.95.
The main card kicks off with a trio of explosive lightweight matchups. Former interim champion Justin Gaethje (No. 3 ranked) takes on dynamic striker Rafael Fiziev (No. 11) in a clash of fan favorites. Meanwhile, Jalin Turner (No. 13) faces rising star Ignacio Bahamondes, and Australia’s own “King” Green battles undefeated prospect Mauricio Ruffy, promising chaos in the division’s deep waters.