Paramount, now part of Skydance Corporation, and the UFC are extending their partnership with a new seven-year, multi-territory media rights agreement that will make Paramount+ the exclusive home of UFC content across Latin America and Australia starting in 2026.
The new deal builds upon the landmark agreement announced in August. Which granted Paramount+ exclusive rights to all UFC events in the United States beginning in 2026. The expansion positions Paramount+ as a global destination for fight fans, strengthening its live sports portfolio and international streaming presence.
“The partnership with Paramount has already been incredible and it just keeps getting bigger and better,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “They are now taking on new territories like Latin America and Australia. This thing is just going to continue to grow. It just shows you how aggressive they are with this business, and I love it. I can’t wait to continue working together and building the next generation of talent all over the world.”
In Latin America, including Brazil, Paramount+ subscribers will gain access to every UFC numbered event and all 30 UFC Fight Nights each year at no additional cost. The agreement ensures fans will be able to stream every major fight live. Significantly enhancing the platform’s sports value in a region where UFC has built a passionate following.
Meanwhile, in Australia, Paramount+ is adding UFC programming to its expanding sports lineup. Fans will receive all 30 UFC Fight Nights and the prelims for every major numbered event. Further bolstering the platform’s live sports offerings in one of its fastest-growing markets.
Cindy Holland, Paramount’s Chair of Direct-to-Consumer, emphasized the company’s focus on expanding high-profile sports content to audiences worldwide. “Delivering premium UFC programming to audiences on a global scale remains a top priority for Paramount,” Holland said. “We are thrilled to expand upon the historic offering of UFC content for Paramount+ subscribers across all plans to more passionate and engaged fans around the world.”
The move continues a broader trend among major streaming platforms aggressively pursuing live sports rights as a means to drive engagement and retention. For Paramount+, adding UFC strengthens a lineup that already includes NFL coverage, the UEFA Champions League, and other major properties.
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