Get ready, fight fans, because UFC 319 is finally here on August 16 – live and direct from the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. The main event is a world title clash between fan favorites Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.
The main card is scheduled to begin at approximately 22:00 ET (19:00 PT / 3:00 AM BST). Below, we’ll explain how to stream all the action live, regardless of your location, whether you’re in the US, the UK, or Australia. Living or visiting a country where the UFC isn’t available? We’ll explain how to stream UFC 319 from anywhere with a VPN.
This post will only recommend official sources for watching Du Plessis vs Chimaev. Pirated versions are prone to DMCA takedowns mid-stream, laggy viewing experiences, and low-resolution viewing. Unofficial streams can also put your security at risk. Instead, we recommend you use the official streaming sources detailed below.
The platforms showing UFC 319 are all region-locked, meaning you’ll need a VPN to watch your usual services while traveling abroad.
How to watch UFC 319 (Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev) online abroad
Most of the services showing UFC 319 are region-locked, and you’ll see an error message if you try to use them abroad. However, accessing geo-restricted content like the Dricus Du Plessis vs Khamzat Chimaev fight is easy with a VPN. Follow the steps below to watch UFC 318 from abroad (outside the US).
Here’s how to live stream UFC 319 online from anywhere:
- First, sign up for a suitable VPN. We particularly recommend NordVPN, although Surfshark and ExpressVPN are both high-quality alternatives.
- Download and install the VPN software, ensuring your device’s and operating system’s correct version.
- Choose one of the official sources from the list below.
- Connect to a VPN server in the appropriate country. For instance, you’d use a US server to unblock ESPN+ or a UK server to watch TNT Sport.
- Play a video on your chosen site. In most cases, it will begin immediately. If it doesn’t, you can fix most issues by clearing your browser’s cookies and cache and then refreshing the page.
This event will be broadcast live, and as such, we strongly recommend testing your VPN with the steps above well before it’s due to begin. This way, you’ll have plenty of time to get help from your VPN’s customer support team if anything goes wrong and avoid missing the start of what’s sure to be a very exciting event.
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How to watch UFC 319 on US TV
UFC 319 is a pay-per-view fight and will be shown on ESPN+ PPV in the US. As such, you’ll need not only an ESPN+ subscription which costs USD $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year, but you’ll also need to pay $79.99 to watch the fight live.
Here’s how to watch UFC 319 Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev in the US:
- Early prelims: UFC Fight Pass
- Prelims: UFC Fight Pass, ESPN2 (available via ESPN+ and with FuboTV, Hulu Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
- Main event: ESPN+ PPV
It’s worth mentioning that all of the above services are geo-blocked. As such, to watch them from abroad, you’ll need a VPN with US servers. NordVPN comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, allowing you to try it risk-free.
Where else can I watch UFC 319 live online?
MMA has grown in popularity over the last few years and now has a huge international audience. Below, we’ll let you know how to live stream UFC 319 outside the US.
UK
BT Sport is the current rights holder for UFC events broadcast in the UK and has recently rebranded its online service to TNT Sports. You can grab an online pass on Discovery+ for GBP £29.99 per month. Unfortunately, though, this doesn’t come with any kind of a free trial.
UFC Fight Pass also lets you stream the prelims and early prelims live for £6.99 per month, with the main card fights coming two days later.
TNT Sports is only available in the UK, so you’ll need a VPN to get a UK IP address if you’re currently abroad.
Australia
Australian fans can stream Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev on Kayo although it’s a PPV event that costs AUD $59.95. However, the good news is that you don’t need a separate subscription to purchase the PPV (this would otherwise cost $25 a month). Keep in mind that Kayo Sports is region-locked. To use it abroad, you’ll have to connect to an Australian VPN server.
Who is the favorite to win?
Khamzat Chimaev enters UFC 319 as the betting favorite, with odds around –185. It’s his long-awaited title shot, and excitement is sky-high. Fans are finally going to see how Chimaev handles a five-round championship war, and whether his trademark pressure and wrestling can break the champion.
But this isn’t a typical title fight full of bad blood. There’s real respect between Chimaev and Dricus Du Plessis. No trash talk, no fake drama, just two elite fighters ready to throw down. And despite what the sportsbooks say, fighters across the UFC are calling for a Du Plessis win. Even Tom Aspinall admitted he can’t bring himself to bet against him anymore.
Chimaev’s path to victory is widely seen as an early finish. He’s dangerous in the first two rounds, but if the fight drags into the later rounds, most believe the tide shifts toward Du Plessis. That’s especially interesting because, not long ago, Du Plessis was criticized for his cardio. Now? He’s praised for it. Even Dricus has pointed out that you can improve your gas tank, and he is living proof.
The good news for Chimaev fans? He has reportedly been working hard on his conditioning, knowing this could be a 25-minute war. If he can sustain his pace into the championship rounds, this could turn into a brutal back-and-forth.
Either way, it’s a true clash of styles, and both men are undefeated in the UFC. This is by far the most exciting fight of the year, and I can’t wait!
UFC 319: full schedule
| Event | Match | Weight Class | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Match | Weight Class | ||||
| Main Card | Dricus du Plessis (c) vs. Khamzat Chimaev | Middleweight (Title Fight) | ||||
| Main Card | Lerone Murphy vs. Aaron Pico | Featherweight | ||||
| Main Card | Geoff Neal vs. Carlos Prates | Welterweight | ||||
| Main Card | Jared Cannonier vs. Michael Page | Middleweight | ||||
| Main Card | Tim Elliott vs. Kai Asakura | Flyweight | ||||
| Prelims | King Green vs. Carlos Diego Ferreira | Lightweight | ||||
| Prelims | Gerald Meerschaert vs. Michał Oleksiejczuk | Middleweight | ||||
| Prelims | Jéssica Andrade vs. Loopy Godinez | Women's Strawweight | ||||
| Prelims | Chase Hooper vs. Alexander Hernandez | Lightweight | ||||
| Early Prelims | Edson Barboza vs. Drakkar Klose | Lightweight | ||||
| Early Prelims | Bryan Battle vs. Nursulton Ruziboev | Middleweight | ||||
UFC 319: FAQs
How do I get UFC 319?
The best streaming options for UFC 319 depend on your location. If you’re in the US, you’ll need an ESPN+ account. UK fans can watch via TNT Sports, while you can stream on Kayo Sports in Australia.
How much does UFC 319 cost?
How much UFC 319 costs depends on the streaming service you opt for. While ESPN+ costs just $9.99 (USD) a month, you’ll have to account for any applicable PPV charges too (in this case, $79.99). TNT Sports and Kayo Sports are much less expensive at £29.99 (GBP) and $25 (AUD) respectively. Of these three options, only Kayo Sports offers a free trial (7 days) for new customers.
Who's fighting in UFC 319?
UFC 319’s main card is heating up with five big bouts: Dricus Du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev, Aaron Pico vs. Lerone Murphy, Geoff Neal vs. Carlos Prates, Jared Cannonier vs. Michael Page, and (fill in third main card fight if needed).
Can I get in trouble for streaming UFC abroad?
Using a VPN to get around regional sports restrictions isn’t actually illegal in most countries, though it does go against most streaming sites’ terms of use. Still, in the unlikely event that your platform of choice realizes you’re using a VPN, you’ll simply be asked to turn it off. If you’re having difficulty securely streaming UFC abroad, you can always ask your VPN’s support team whether there’s a specific server that will work.
