UFC 269, headlined by Oliveira and Poirier, takes place on December 11 2021 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas Nevada. In his first title defense, Charles Oliveira will take on who was considered to be the greatest lightweight after Khabib Nurmagomedov and look to begin his reign as the lightweight champion by putting a stop to who many consider the favorite going into this fight. Try not to miss this barn burner event filled with amazing fights which will be a spectacle to fight fans around the world. Let’s know more on How to watch UFC 269 Oliveira vs Poirier?
To watch UFC 269, you will need a UFC fight pass and an ESPN + subscription to watch the early prelims and the pay-per-view main card respectively. By buying a monthly subscription to ESPN for $6.99, along with the pay-per-view card or $75, you can enjoy live access to all the fights for a total of $84.99 from the comfort of your living room.
Step by Step
• Step 1-Go to the ESPN/ESPN+ website if you are watching on your computer or download the app on your TV/phone.
• Step 2-Register for ESPN+ ($6.99), then enter your details and set up your security information.
• Step 3-Buy the UFC card for $74.99 and re-enter your account logins.
• Step 4-Enjoy the event
1. How To Watch The Event in person
Buy the ticket online from the official UFC website. The prices range from $100 to $1175 depending on the proximity to the octagon. Make sure to make your purchase a month in advance to ensure your seat in the arena.
2. Approximately how long will the whole event take?
The duration of the event very much depends on how quickly the fighters finish the fights. In general, the events last around six hours with the early prelims starting at around 5 pm and running till 10-11. In some cases, it may even run till midnight.
3. Does ESPN work in all countries
No. Unfortunately, access to ESPN/ESPN+ is restricted outside the US. To view the event from another country, you would need a VPN to change your IP address or simply find another channel/broadcasting service on which you can view the fights on. This includes but is not limited to DAZN in Germany, BT sports in the UK, etc.
4. Is the price for all UFC pay-per-view cards the same
Yes. The price for all UFC pay-per-views stays around the $75 mark. Although not recommended, you can find a channel, locally or abroad, which streams fights live. Other than that depending on where you live you can find a bar or restaurant that streams fights as well. If either of those options doesn’t work for you, you can always pool together the money with a group of friends, and watch the card together. This will ensure that the cost of viewing won’t break the bank as much as each person can contribute individually.
Be sure to make travel arrangements in advance( if watching in person), and keep a close eye on the event timing if watching from home. Get along with a few buddies and enjoy the action-packed event-filled, with spectacular and fan-friendly fights.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I place a bet on the fighters?
Be sure to check Vegas odds and use mybookie.com to place your bets. Note, that your bets can be made in advance or even during the middle of the fights.
2. Can I see the pay-per-view on UFC Fight Pass?
Unfortunately, upcoming pay-per-views are only updated on fight pass around 2 weeks after the event. Aside from the early prelims that are visible on Fight Pass, you will need to make a subscription to ESPN/ESPN+ or your local broadcasting service to watch the full card.
3. What do I do in case I miss the event?
If you fail to see the event live, you can easily watch it at your next possible time of convenience. Bear in mind however that the UFC does not allow any refunds due to dissatisfaction or missing the event. If you have an idea that watching the event in real-time would be tough, know that all pay-per-views are uploaded on Fight Pass two weeks later. Just make sure to stay off social media to avoid any potential spoilers.
4. What time should I reach the Arena if I am watching the event in person?
In regards to attendance, it is up to you by which part of the card you would prefer to start with and therefore what time you should reach the arena. If you would like to attend from the start and view the early prelims, it is advisable to reach out as early as mentioned on the UFCs official website. The timings of each part of the card would be mentioned in advance on www.ufc.com
