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Paramount+ to Premiere New 2026 Seasons of Dana White’s Contender Series and The Ultimate Fighter Under Expanded UFC Deal

The additions align UFC’s talent pipeline with the service ahead of the Jan. 24, 2026 live-event launch, signaling a 2026 rollout to Latin America and Australia.

Overview

  • The news was unveiled via a Dana White video at Paramount+’s CCXP showcase in São Paulo, which featured broadcaster André Azevedo, champion Alex Pereira and members of The Fighting Nerds.
  • Paramount+ becomes the exclusive U.S. home for UFC events under a seven-year pact that starts with UFC 324 on Jan. 24, 2026 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
  • Thirteen marquee numbered events are scheduled for 2026 on the streamer and are included with a Paramount+ subscription at no additional cost.
  • In Australia, subscribers will get preliminary fights for all numbered events and all 30 UFC Fight Night cards included with their plan.
  • Dana White’s Contender Series and The Ultimate Fighter return in 2026 on Paramount+, showcasing UFC hopefuls competing for contracts and continuing a track record of producing future champions and top contenders.