The highly anticipated clash between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira for the BMF championship will take place at UFC 326, scheduled for Saturday night, March 7, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. For viewers in the UK, the main event will begin in the early hours of Sunday, March 8, with early prelims starting at midnight GMT and the main card expected to begin from 2 a.m. GMT onward.
Where UK Fans Can Watch UFC 326 Live
Fans in the UK can watch UFC 326, including the headline bout between Holloway and Oliveira, through TNT Sports. Access to the event is included with any subscription to TNT Sports, with live streaming available on discovery+. Additionally, ESPN will provide live updates to keep viewers informed throughout the night.
The Stakes and Background of the Main Event
This rematch between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira comes 11 years after their first encounter, which Holloway won in the first round. Now, the fight holds much greater significance as both competitors are seasoned veterans who have recently lost title bouts to current lightweight champion Ilia Topuria.
Holloway, the former featherweight champion, defends the symbolic BMF belt. His last fight saw him defeat Dustin Poirier, who subsequently retired. Oliveira, a former lightweight champion, secured a submission victory over Mateusz Gamrot in October and aims to add this notable victory to his career achievements. At ages 34 and 36, respectively, both fighters bring a combined total of 83 MMA contests, underscoring their experience and determination to capture the coveted belt.
Complete UFC 326 Fight Card Breakdown
The main card at UFC 326 is stacked with competitive matchups, including:
- Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira – BMF Championship Headliner
- Caio Borralho vs. Reinier de Ridder
- Rob Font vs. Raul Rosas Jr.
- Drew Dober vs. Michael Johnson
- Gregory Rodrigues vs. Brunno Ferreira
The preliminary card features:
- Cody Garbrandt vs. Xiao Long
- Ricky Turcios vs. Alberto Montes
- Cody Durden vs. Nyamjargal Tumendemberel
Additionally, the early preliminary bouts include:
- Su Mudaerji vs. Jesús Santos Aguilar
- Luke Fernandez vs. Rodolfo Bellato
Significance and What to Expect Next
This rematch is more than just a fight; it represents an opportunity for both Holloway and Oliveira to reinforce their legacies in the UFC landscape. With the BMF title at stake, the result could influence future matchmaking and title shots within the lightweight and featherweight divisions. UK fans tuning in will witness high-level competition late into the night, with both veterans eager to make their mark in a fight that promises to be closely contested and significant in MMA history.
