Get ready, fight fans, because UFC 312 is finally here on January 18 – live and direct from the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. The main event is a Middleweight title fight between current champion Dricus Du Plessis and the number one contender Sean Strickland. It also features a women’s Strawweight title fight between Weili Zhang and Tatiana Suarez.
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 Du Plessis vs. Strickland 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 312 are all region-locked, meaning you’ll need a VPN to watch your usual services while traveling abroad.
How to watch UFC 312 (Du Plessis vs. Strickland 2) online abroad
Most of the services showing UFC 312 are region-locked, and you’ll see an error message if you try to use them abroad. However, accessing geo-restricted content like the Du Plessis vs. Strickland 2 fight is easy with a VPN. Follow the steps below to watch UFC 312 from abroad (outside the US).
Here’s how to live stream UFC 312 online from anywhere:
- First, sign up for a suitable VPN. We particularly recommend NordVPN, although Surfshark and ExpressVPNÂ 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 312 on US TV
UFC 312 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 312 Du Plessis vs. Strickland 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 312 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 312 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 Du Plessis vs. Strickland 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 312 features a middleweight title rematch between champion Dricus Du Plessis and former champion Sean Strickland. Their first fight ended in a razor-close split decision for Du Plessis, making this rematch highly anticipated. Oddsmakers have Du Plessis as a slight favorite at -210, with Strickland as the underdog at +170.
Du Plessis is known for his unorthodox (Dana White called his fighting style ugly) but effective striking and relentless pace. Strickland is known for his high-volume pressure, Philly Shell shoulder rolls, and impressive defensive skills. However, he is also better on the ground than many realize, making him a dangerous challenger.
Many pundits believe Du Plessis’ power gives him the edge, but Strickland’s toughness and cardio could make this another grueling war.
In the co-main event, strawweight champion Zhang Weili defends her belt against Tatiana Suarez in a classic striker vs. grappler matchup. Undefeated in MMA, Suarez has dominated with her elite wrestling, leading the odds to favor her slightly at -125, with Zhang at +105.
Zhang’s powerful striking and well-rounded game could pose problems for Suarez if she can keep the fight standing. But many pundits believe Suarez’s relentless takedowns and top control could prove too much for the champion. Tune in to find out!
UFC 312: full schedule
| Event | Match | Weight Class | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Prelims | Jonathan Micallef vs. Kevin Jousset | Welterweight | ||||
| Rong Zhu vs. Kody Steele | Lightweight | |||||
| Quillan Salkilld vs. Anshul Jubli | Lightweight | |||||
| Park Hyun-sung vs. Nyamjargal Tumendemberel | Flyweight | |||||
| Prelims | Jack Jenkins vs. Gabriel Santos | Featherweight | ||||
| Tom Nolan vs. Viacheslav Borshchev | Lightweight | |||||
| Wang Cong vs. Bruna Brasil | Women's Flyweight | |||||
| Colby Thicknesse vs. Aleksandre Topuria | Bantamweight | |||||
| Main event | Dricus du Plessis (c) vs. Sean Strickland | Middleweight | ||||
| Zhang Weili (c) vs. Tatiana Suarez | Women's Strawweight | |||||
| Justin Tafa vs. Tallison Teixeira | Heavyweight | |||||
| Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato | Light Heavyweight | |||||
| Jake Matthews vs. Francisco Prado | Welterweight | |||||
UFC 312: FAQs
How do I get UFC 312?
The best streaming options for UFC 312 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 312 cost?
How much UFC 312 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 312?
UFC 312 features a stacked card with Dricus Du Plessis, Sean Strickland, Weili Zhang, and Tatiana Suarez all appearing.
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.
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