How to watch Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 (UFC 311) from anywhere

Get ready, fight fans, because UFC 311 is finally here on January 18 – live and direct from the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The main event is a Lightweight title fight between current champion Islam Makhachev and contender Arman Tsarukyan. It also features a Bantamweight title fight between Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Numargomedov.

The main card will begin at around 22:00 ET (19:00 PT / 3:00 AM GMT), and below, we’ll explain how to stream all of the action live, whether you’re in the US, the UK, or Australia.

This post will only recommend official sources for watching Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2. Pirated versions are prone to DMCA take-downs mid-stream and laggy and low-resolution viewing experiences. Unofficial streams can also put your security at risk. Instead, we recommend you use the official streaming sources detailed below.

The platforms showing UFC 311 are all region-locked, meaning you’ll need a VPN to watch your usual services while traveling abroad.

How to watch UFC 311 (Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2) online abroad

Most of the services showing UFC 311 are region-locked, and you’ll see an error message if you try to use them abroad. However, accessing geo-restricted content like the Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 fight is easy with a VPN. Follow the steps below to watch UFC 311 from abroad (outside the US).

Here’s how to live stream UFC 311 online from anywhere:

1. First, sign up for a suitable VPN. We particularly recommend NordVPN, although Surfshark and ExpressVPN are both high-quality alternatives.
2. Download and install the VPN software, ensuring your device’s and operating system’s correct version.
3. Choose one of the official sources from the list below.
4. 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.
5. 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.

How to watch UFC 311 on US TV

UFC 311 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 311 Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 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 311 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 livestream UFC 311 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 Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 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?

UFC 311 features a lightweight title rematch between reigning champion Islam Makhachev and challenger Arman Tsarukyan. Makhachev, with a record of 26-1, is widely regarded as one of the most dominant fighters in the division and is aiming for his fourth successful title defense. If he wins, many people believe he will cement his legacy as the greatest Lightweight ever.

Tsarukyan has a record of 22-3 and has shown significant improvement since their first meeting in 2019. He recently beat former champion Charles Oliveira, setting himself up for this chance to take the title.

The odds with the bookies heavily favor Makhachev at approximately -410, reflecting his experience and well-rounded skills. There is no doubt that Tsarukyan’s improvements make him a dangerous opponent, but most pundits find it unlikely that anybody can take the belt from Makhachev.

In the co-main event, the popular bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili will defend his title against the undefeated Umar Nurmagomedov. Dvalishvili is on an 11-fight win streak and is known for his relentless pace and elite wrestling. However, he appears to have met his match in Nurmagomedov. With an 18-0 record, he combines grappling mastery with sharp striking, making him one of the most well-rounded fighters in the division.

The odds for this bout are much closer, with analysts divided on the outcome. Some believe Nurmagomedov’s versatility and undefeated streak give him the edge, while others back Dvalishvili’s championship experience and relentless pressure to prevail. The fight promises to give fans an exciting start to the year, and the entire card is action-packed.

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