UFC map 2025: program, broadcast and stars to follow

Before each UFC gala, the wait captures both seasoned and curious enthusiasts eager to see our French shine in the cage. This effervescence comes back to every appointment: who will be present, whatUFC combatmake the evening vibrate, at what time do you catch the hand event without missing the narrative thread of this sport?

After twenty years to observe duels on the ring or on the water, I saw the MMA evenings gathering generations in front of the screen, as if every detail participated in the ritual – schedules designed for the French public, until the stakes that make the victory come to pass.

To follow the nextUFC cardand the exploits of our representatives, we comb the program, the athletes to watch and all the methods to gain legitimate access to the broadcasts, keeping at the center this pride to see our tricolors aiming at the world summit.

Now: the upcoming UFC map, fighting, schedules and French stars to follow

Hard to talk about UFC without immediately delving into the essentials – the next UFC map is already talking about it and the community is trembling with impatience, as with every dense and expected programming. Whether you're an MMA lover, an amateur of evenings with friends or simply interested in seeing your French favorites in the spotlight, remember the practical information: complete map (hand card and preliminary), schedules for the French public, main issues and places of dissemination, updated for hexagon.

Updated table: fighting and schedules for the next UFC event

Here is the official schedule for the next CFU, including the main block and the preliminary map: all references to set up your evening. Note by the way that we will count4 French fighterson13 battles, a statistic that makes the community particularly proud ! Some regulars say that as a family, the evening organizes around the program as early as Friday... This habit has been growing since 2022.

Keep in mind: schedules are synchronized on the Paris time zone. On average, a major UFC card displaysbetween 10 and 14 combats. This starts early enough, and the tension rises throughout the evening to the hand event, regularly placed between21:00and23.00(Paris time), the story of staying awake for the big moment, even when fatigue points!

Upcoming UFC events – the schedule to watch

The UFC calendar works without pause. Every new date is carefully watched. Three to five big galas beat each quarter in major cities: Paris, New York, Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi. Besides, it's not uncommon to discuss it around a café or at the club, so don't miss any news.

On your agendas: UFC Paris 2025 and the upcoming major galas

The next big date for French fans isUFC Paris 4announced on 6 September 2025 at Accor Arena. This is the moment when the enthusiasm reaches its peak. It should be noted that on average4-5 French fightersare present and more than12,000 spectatorsexpected in the room. A trainer of a sports federation recently confided that there are as many families as groups of friends on the evenings of an event.

• UFC Paris 4– 6 September 2025 (main event scheduled at 9pm, prelims from 6pm). Expect the presence of Gane, Imavov and Saint-Denis, whose participation seems almost acquired.
• UFC 309– November 22, 2025, Abu Dhabi: this gala crystallises the debates around the welters weight belt.
• CFU 310– December 13, 2025, Las Vegas. The return of Ilia Topuria (undefeated, 9-0-0) is passionate, as much as the expected female confrontations.

Keep in mind that programming can evolve until the last minute: it often happens that a complicated injury or weighing is all, sometimes the equivalent of a bad surprise on the eve of an examination.

Detailed presentation: main map, preliminary maps and issues

Behind the term "map", these are all the springs of an event: each UFC gala follows a rise in power, from the first foreplay to the hand event. For many of us, this cut spices up the sporting issue and adds to the evening dramaturgy.

Main card, co-main and preliminary map: the structure explained

Traditionally, you start with the "preliminary" card from the beginning of the evening, then you go to the "hand card", reserved for the most prestigious duels sometimes until the famous fight for the belt, i.e. the hand event. On a standard map (often 14 fights), the hand card usually gathers5 confrontations, among which the hand event and the co-main event, with9 preliminaryopen. A coach once spoke of how this rhythm accompanies the rising tension of the room.

• Preliminary (6-8 p.m.): young talents, return after injury or outsiders seeking recognition.
• Main Card (20h-23h)Here are the light, the stakes of the ranking and sometimes the struggle for the most desired title.

And behind each name, a trajectory think of Benedict Saint-Denis:13 wins, 2 defeats, zero no contest, past commando to expert of the KO... That's what makes the UFC card appealing to many spectators. Is this really the best way to build the event? Many believe so.

Special focus: French fighters at UFC

For two or three seasons, France is no longer simply invited: our representatives advance in the world rankings with energy and sometimes the gourd of their region.

Who are the French to follow on the map?

Cannot ignore Nasourdine Imavov, ranked #2 UFC average weights, or Cyril Gane, world finalist and hand event in Paris. Among the light weights, Benoît Saint-Denis is a serious contender, often credited with a better chance than60 %According to some bookmakers. It should be noted that some fans report how much William Gomis seduced by his repeated victories and steady progress.

• Nasourdine Imavov: shows a record of14-4-0, considered the most serious challenger for the belt planned in 2025.
• Ciryl Gane : 12-2-0, says "Good Kid", rising star known for his technique and his dreaded calm in the cage.
• Benoît Saint-Denis : 13-2-0, nicknamed « God of War », spectacular and undefeated in France on its6 last fights.
• William Gomis: success accumulator in feather weights, of which3 winsRecent CFU.

Each sheet incorporates the charts, the evolutionary rank and the analysis of the last fight – this information is useful even when the direct is missed due to family obligations or the series of the moment... It is regularly noted that this information is also used to feed online predictions.

Watch the UFC in France: schedules, channels and legal streaming

« I want to follow the UFC on Saturday, but I'm very busy with the broadcast! » This phrase is often repeated in theatres or on groups of enthusiasts. Good news: there are now concrete choices for legal access to the fighting, without detour complex. It has been shown that some telecom operators multiply special offers during the gala period.

Where and when to see the UFC map: the express guide

In France, two platforms have emerged as leaders:RMC Sportfor most grand galas, andUFC Fight Pass(official subscription) for all world maps, including all foreplay. The cost of a UFC PPV in France is around19,95 €on RMC Sport, or10€/monthvia the Fight Pass subscription. Every evening, foreplay from6 - 7 p.m., hand card from21:00. It is often recommended to avoid pirate ties: temptation is there, but repeated cuts and the risk of prosecution spoil the experience... Sometimes the anxiety associated with illegal streaming ends up hijacking even the most diligent fans.

Another point to watch: some TV operators can offer UFC "clear" evenings via subscription or at major events like UFC Paris. See the updated calendar onRMC Sportorufc.com/eventsEverything changes week after week.

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Charts of charts and records: duels with high stakes

Beyond the show, the numbers weigh heavily: each UFC card is part of confrontations where ranking, winning series and sometimes invincibility play a central role. That's also why fans and experts always keep an eye on the statistics ahead of the fighting.

Tops and statistics to be monitored

To identify the most important duels of the next CFU, follow these key data:

Remember this reality: over the last two years alone1 in 3 Frenchwins in a world main card – the level of competition is simply exceptional in this context. A MMA analyst also pointed out that the pressure of the big evenings is sometimes played on imperceptible details on the screen.

Community area: share your pronos, reactions and debates

UFC is first and foremost a story lived, prolonged by lively discussions everywhere. Between2,237 reactionsParis and online debates (more than 300 comments and 400 Sharesfor some fighting), this is more rare to encounter in the generalist press. Some scholars even speak of a "new social phenomenon".

Comments, Shares and Prognosis: Start the discussion!

Want to announce your favourite or react to a star performance? You can share your analyses, post your votes or a weekend favourite in the dedicated space: all these reviews enrich the community as much as a direct Gane on a sparring-partner in full demonstration. Finally, each event is accompanied by an update of the results: think about enabling notifications so as not to miss anything. It is observed that some pronos sometimes create passionate micro-debates, usually in a good mood.

• Access the complete map of the next UFC event
• Post your comment or vote for the fighter of your choice
• Disseminate the record of a French or a major duel on the networks

Open question: who do you think will be the next French representative to brandish a world belt? Share your prognosis, it is logical to animate the community!

FAQ UFC & express lexicon for neophytes

Are you starting out in the UFC world or need a little reminder? This lexicon will allow you to avoid confusion during your exchanges around the next map, even for a first discovery between relatives. Besides, it happens that neophytes surprise the most experienced with the right definition of the hand event...

• Main Event:star fight of the gala, often reserved for a title or opposing two heads poster.
• Co-main Event:second big fight of the evening, most often just before the main poster.
• Preliminary:first confrontations, highlighting young talents or veterans in search of renaissance.
• (Pay-Per-View):event accessible for individual purchase (in generalabout 20 €according to diffuser).
• UFC classification:An evolutionary system that places each fighter in its category, depending on the results.

Any hesitation on a term? Most official sites and UFC applications (e.g., UFC.com, RMC Sport, UFC FR) include an accessible lexicon that simplifies entry into this universe.

Updated on 21 March 2026