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Where To Watch UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev? UFC 319 Start Time, Where To Watch in US and UK, and More

All the broadcast details, start times, and streaming options for UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev.

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UFC 319 lands at Chicago’s United Center on August 16, 2025, marking the promotion’s eighth visit to the Windy City. Headlining the card is a blockbuster middleweight championship fight as unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev (14-0) finally gets his shot at gold against reigning champion Dricus du Plessis (23-2), the former KSW welterweight champion. Chimaev’s ferocious rise meets du Plessis’ gritty reign in a matchup fans have been waiting for.

The card also features long-awaited action in the welterweight division as Carlos Prates takes on Geoff Neal after their UFC 314 bout fell through. At flyweight, Karine Silva now faces late replacement Dione Barbosa following JJ Aldrich’s withdrawal. Meanwhile, The Ultimate Fighter: Team Cormier vs. Team Sonnen culminates with its flyweight finale, though the welterweight final was delayed due to injury.

NO CALM BEFORE THE STORM 🤯@DricusDuPlessis vs @KChimaev

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— UFC (@ufc) August 15, 2025

Even with cancellations and reshuffles, all eyes are locked on Chimaev vs. du Plessis, a collision set to shake up the middleweight landscape. Let’s take a closer look at the start time, how to watch, and everything you need to know ahead of fight night in Chicago.

Where to Watch UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev?

Both television and live streaming options for UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev are as follows:

UFC 319 TV Channel and Streaming for US

UFC 319 airs live on ESPN PPV with streaming available on ESPN+ and Disney+. Prelims will also be televised on ESPN before the PPV card. The main card PPV costs $79.99 for subscribers.

UFC 319 TV Channel and Streaming for UK

TNT Sports will televise UFC 319 live in the UK, with Discovery+ offering full streaming access. Both services carry the prelims and main card.

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— UFC Europe (@UFCEurope) August 13, 2025

UFC 319 TV Channel and Streaming for India

Sony Ten network will broadcast UFC 319 on TV in India, while Sony LIV provides live streaming coverage of the full fight card.

Start Time UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev for US and UK

The start times of UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev for the United States, the United Kingdom, and India are as follows:

UFC 319 Start Time for US

UFC 319 kicks off with the early prelims at 6:30 p.m. ET, followed by prelims at 8 p.m. ET. The main card begins at 10 p.m. ET, with du Plessis vs. Chimaev expected around 12:30 a.m. ET.

UFC 319 Start Time for UK

Fans in the U.K. can tune in as the early prelims begin at 11:30 p.m. BST, with prelims at 1 a.m. BST. The main card starts at 3 a.m. BST, and the headliner is projected for 5:30 a.m. BST.

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— UFC (@ufc) May 13, 2025

UFC 319 Start Time for India

In India, the action begins with early prelims at 4 a.m. IST on August 17, followed by prelims at 5:30 a.m. IST. The main card kicks off at 7:30 a.m. IST, with du Plessis vs. Chimaev likely around 10 a.m. IST.

How to buy pay-per-view for UFC 319: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev?

Fans in the US can purchase the PPV through ESPN+. Existing subscribers can buy UFC 319 for $79.99, while new users have the option to bundle an annual ESPN+ subscription (approx. $135) with the PPV for additional savings. Once purchased, the card streams live via the ESPN+ app, available on PC, mobile (Apple/Android), Roku, Fire TV, smart TVs, and others.

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