LIVE!!Here's How to Watch UFC 318: Holloway vs Poirier 3 Fight Live Streaming

New Orleans, LA – July 18, 2025 – The mixed martial arts world is buzzing with anticipation as UFC 318, headlined by the highly anticipated trilogy bout between Max "Blessed" Holloway and Dustin "The Diamond" Poirier, takes center stage this Saturday. Live from the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, this monumental event promises to deliver fireworks as two of the UFC's most beloved and enduring lightweight talents face off for the third and potentially final time, with the coveted BMF (Baddest Motherf***er) title on the line.



For fans worldwide, from Australia to the UK, and across the Americas to Europe and beyond, securing live access to this epic showdown is paramount. Here’s your comprehensive guide on how to watch UFC 318.



##UFC 318 Event Information: A Trilogy for the Ages



Main Event: Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier 3 (for the BMF title) Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Early Prelims Start: 3:00 PM PDT / 6:00 PM ET Prelims Start: 5:00 PM PDT / 8:00 PM ET Main Card (PPV) Start: 7:00 PM PDT / 10:00 PM ET Main Event Ringwalks (Approximate): 9:00 PM PDT / 12:00 AM ET (Sunday, July 20)



Global Time Conversions for Main Card Start:



UK (BST): 3:00 AM (Sunday, July 20) Australia (AEST): 12:00 PM (Sunday, July 20) New Zealand (NZST): 2:00 PM (Sunday, July 20) South Africa (SAST): 4:00 AM (Sunday, July 20) Central Europe (CEST): 4:00 AM (Sunday, July 20)



This trilogy bout is rich with history. Poirier holds a 2-0 advantage over Holloway, with their first meeting dating back to 2012 and their second in 2019 being an instant classic for the interim lightweight title. Now, with the "BMF" belt, previously held by Justin Gaethje and currently by Holloway after his spectacular KO at UFC 300, on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher. For hometown hero Dustin Poirier, this could mark his final walk to the Octagon in front of his beloved Louisiana crowd, adding immense emotional weight to an already monumental fight. Holloway, meanwhile, looks to continue his incredible run and assert his dominance in another division.



##UFC 318 The Full Fight Card: A Stacked Night of MMA Action



UFC 318 features a robust lineup from top to bottom, ensuring a night full of thrilling mixed martial arts action:



Main Card (ESPN+ PPV in US, various PPV providers internationally):



Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier (Lightweight, BMF Title) Paulo Costa vs. Roman Kopylov (Middleweight) Kevin Holland vs. Daniel Rodriguez (Welterweight) Dan Ige vs. Patrício Pitbull (Featherweight) - Note: Patricio Pitbull is a Bellator veteran making his UFC debut. Michael Johnson vs. Daniel Zellhuber (Lightweight)



Preliminary Card (ESPN / ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass):



Kyler Phillips vs. Vinicius Oliveira (Bantamweight) Marvin Vettori vs. Brendan Allen (Middleweight) Francisco Prado vs. Nikolay Veretennikov (Welterweight) Ateba Gautier vs. Robert Valentin (Middleweight)



Early Preliminary Card (ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass):



Adam Fugitt vs. Islam Dulatov (Welterweight) Jimmy Crute vs. Marcin Prachnio (Light Heavyweight) Ryan Spann vs. Lukasz Brzeski (Heavyweight) Brunno Ferreira vs. Jackson McVey (Middleweight) Carli Judice vs. Nicolle Caliari (Women's Flyweight)



##UFC 318 How to Watch Live: Your Global Streaming Guide



UFC 318 is a Pay-Per-View (PPV) event, meaning you'll need to purchase it to watch the main card. Coverage varies significantly by region.



United States (US)



Main Card: Exclusively on ESPN+ PPV. You need an active ESPN+ subscription to purchase the PPV. The PPV cost is typically around $79.99 USD, on top of the ESPN+ subscription fee ($11.99/month or $119.99/year). Prelims: ESPN / ESPN2 / ESPN+ Early Prelims: ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass



Canada (CA)



Main Card: Available via PPV providers such as Sportsnet PPV, UFC.com PPV, YouTube PPV, Bell, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Eastlink, and Optik TV. Prelims: Sportsnet and TVA Sports (French) Early Prelims: UFC Fight Pass



United Kingdom (UK) & Republic of Ireland



Main Card: TNT Sports and discovery+ (with Premium plan). Prelims: UFC Fight Pass, TNT Sports, and discovery+ Early Prelims: UFC Fight Pass



Australia (AU)



Main Card: Main Event on Foxtel and Kayo Sports. You can purchase the PPV directly through Kayo Sports' Main Event section without a Kayo subscription. Prelims: UFC Fight Pass and ESPN. Early Prelims: UFC Fight Pass.



New Zealand (NZ)



Main Card: Likely via Sky Arena PPV or UFC Fight Pass PPV. Prelims/Early Prelims: Check Sky Sport and UFC Fight Pass.



Europe (EU)



Coverage varies widely by country, but common platforms include:



DAZN: (e.g., Germany, Switzerland) RMC Sport: (France) Discovery+: (Italy) HBO Max / Max: (Netherlands, Spain) Viaplay: (Nordic countries) Polsat Sport: (Poland) UFC Fight Pass: Often carries Early Prelims and Prelims, and may offer the PPV for purchase in some regions.



South Africa (SA) & Africa



Main Card: SuperSport Action and UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass. Prelims/Early Prelims: SuperSport Action and UFC Fight Pass.



Rest of the World



UFC Fight Pass: In many regions where exclusive broadcasters are not present, UFC Fight Pass offers the ability to purchase the PPV directly. Check its availability and pricing in your specific market.



##UFC 318 Essential Viewing Tips:



Purchase in Advance: Buy your PPV access well before the main card to avoid any last-minute technical hitches. Check Local Times: Always double-check the exact start times for your specific time zone. Stable Internet: A strong, reliable internet connection is crucial for seamless, high-definition streaming. Device Compatibility: Ensure your chosen streaming app is installed and updated on your preferred device.



UFC 318 promises an unforgettable night of mixed martial arts, with a main event poised to add another legendary chapter to the rivalry between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier. Secure your access and prepare for a night of epic battles!