UFC 314: Date, Full Fight Card and Everything You Need to Know About the Most Anticipated MMA Event of the Year
The excitement of the octagon is back in a big way with UFC 314, an event that promises to be historic and is already generating massive buzz among MMA fans around the world. The main card is stacked with elite talent, featuring fights that could reshape the future of multiple divisions. Here’s everything you need to know—from the official date and confirmed bouts to how to watch it live.
Main Event: Makhachev vs. Oliveira II
The headline fight of the night features Islam Makhachev, the reigning UFC Lightweight Champion, defending his title against former champ Charles Oliveira in a highly anticipated rematch. Their first clash at UFC 280 ended with Makhachev claiming the belt, but Oliveira is back with a vengeance—and this time, he’s aiming to reclaim the gold.
Both fighters are considered among the pound-for-pound best in the sport, and this fight could not only define the current title picture but also shape the legacy of each fighter within the UFC.
UFC 314 Official Fight Card (Subject to Change)
- Islam Makhachev vs. Charles Oliveira – Lightweight Championship
- Petr Yan vs. Merab Dvalishvili – Bantamweight
- Paulo Costa vs. Sean Strickland – Middleweight
- Jessica Andrade vs. Mackenzie Dern – Women’s Strawweight
- Ian Garry vs. Vicente Luque – Welterweight
The prelims will also showcase top rising stars like Bo Nickal and Jack Della Maddalena, both looking to climb the rankings in their respective divisions.
How to Watch UFC 314 Live
In the United States, UFC 314 will be available exclusively on ESPN+ as a pay-per-view event.
- Prelims kick off at 6:00 PM ET
- Main card starts at 10:00 PM ET
For fans in Latin America and other regions, the event can be streamed via Star+ or UFC Fight Pass depending on the country.
A Must-Watch Event for Every MMA Fan
With elite-level matchups, storylines of redemption, and potential shake-ups across multiple divisions, UFC 314 is shaping up to be one of the biggest and most thrilling fight nights of the year. Whether you’re a hardcore MMA junkie or a casual viewer, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
