The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has struck a multi-year exclusive media rights deal with Disney+ and ESPN in the Philippines. Kevin Chang, UFC Senior Vice President and Head of Asia, expressed excitement about the partnership, highlighting the country's passionate combat sports fanbase. He noted that this agreement allows UFC fans to access content through the leading sports and entertainment provider in the Philippines.
Kylie Watson-Wheeler, Head of ESPN, Asia Pacific, emphasized the importance of the Philippine market, citing its deep-rooted passion for combat sports. She added that bringing UFC to ESPN on Disney+ strengthens the platform's position as a leading sports destination in the region. The deal aligns with ESPN's expansion strategy across Asia Pacific.
UFC content will be available via ESPN on Disney+ through various distribution partners, including Globe, GCast/AliPay, and Cignal. Fans can stream content across multiple devices, create up to seven profiles, and download select content for offline viewing. This partnership aims to connect Filipino fans more closely with UFC events and athletes.