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The world will be tuned in as the Octagon returns to Australia on Saturday, August 17, for UFC 305: DU PLESSIS vs. ADESANYA, taking place at Perth’s RAC Arena. This highly anticipated event features UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis squaring off against former champion and current No. 2 contender, Israel “The Last Stylebender” Adesanya, in a five-round title fight.
For fans in the United States, the action begins with the Early Prelims at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT on ESPN+ and UFC Fight Pass. The excitement continues with the Prelims at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, airing on ESPN and ESPN+. Finally, the Main Card, showcasing the headline bout, will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.
This event promises to be a thrilling night of top-tier mixed martial arts, with the world’s eyes on the showdown between two of the sport’s most electrifying fighters. Make sure you don’t miss a moment of the action as UFC 305 delivers another unforgettable night in the Octagon.
How To Watch And Stream UFC 305: Du Plessis vs Adesanya
On August 18, 2024, Perth’s RAC Arena will host one of the year’s most anticipated events: UFC 305. This championship showdown is set to make waves in the mixed martial arts world.
Headlining the event is a highly charged clash between the newly crowned middleweight champion, Dricus Du Plessis, and former titleholder Israel Adesanya. The bad blood between these two fighters has reached its peak, and in the co-main event of UFC 305, they will finally have the chance to settle their differences. With the 185-pound title on the line, New Zealand’s “Last Stylebender” will attempt to reclaim his throne from the hard-hitting South African, who remains undefeated in seven UFC bouts.
Dricus du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya: How to watch UFC 305, full fight card
Tensions are at an all-time high as UFC 305 approaches, with Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya set to face off this Saturday. Though these two have shared the ring before, this weekend’s fight feels more personal and intense than ever. During a press conference on Friday, Adesanya lashed out at du Plessis, declaring, “I will slay you like a pig,” in response to a taunt from du Plessis about Adesanya’s upbringing with domestic servants in his home.
The fight will see South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis, 30, take on Nigeria-born Israel Adesanya, 35, in Perth, Australia, with the middleweight title on the line.
Here’s everything you need to know about watching the du Plessis vs. Adesanya fight, including the full fight card, streaming options for every match, and tips on how to use a VPN to catch the action for less.
UFC 305: Du Plessis vs Adesanya Official Weigh-In Results
MAIN CARD
Main Event – Middleweight Title Bout: Dricus Du Plessis (185) vs Israel Adesanya (184)
Co-Main Event – Flyweight Bout: Kai Kara-France (125) vs Steve Erceg (125.5)
Lightweight Bout: Mateusz Gamrot (156) vs Dan Hooker (155.5)
Heavyweight Bout: Tai Tuivasa (265) vs Jairzinho Rozenstruik (259)
Welterweight Bout: Li Jingliang (170) vs Carlos Prates (170)
PRELIMS
Heavyweight Bout: Junior Tafa (244) vs Valter Walker (252)
Featherweight Bout: Josh Culibao (146) vs Ricardo Ramos (145.5)
Women’s Flyweight Bout: Casey O’Neill (125.5) vs Luana Santos (126)
Featherweight Bout: Jack Jenkins (145.5) vs Herbert Burns (146)
EARLY PRELIMS
Lightweight Bout: Tom Nolan (155.5) vs Alex Reyes (156)
Welterweight Bout: Song Kenan (171) vs Ricky Glenn (171)
Flyweight Bout: Stewart Nicoll (126) vs Jesus Aguilar (127.5)
What channel is the Adesanya and du Plessis fight on?
The UFC 305 showdown between Israel Adesanya and Dricus du Plessis will be available via pay-per-view in the U.S. on ESPN+. Current ESPN+ subscribers can add the event to their monthly plan, but it’s important to note that the coverage only includes the main card matches starting at 10 p.m. ET, and it comes with a $79.99 price tag on top of the regular subscription fee. If you want to catch the early prelims, they’ll begin at 6 p.m. ET on UFC Fight Pass, which is available for $9.99 per month. The prelims, starting at 8 p.m. ET, can be viewed on ESPN and ESPN+.
If you’re not keen on paying pay-per-view prices just to watch one fight, there are alternative ways to catch the action with the help of a VPN. The fight will be broadcast live on TNT Sports in the UK, with streaming available through their app and website. Discovery+ in the UK will also air the event. By using a VPN set to a location like England, you can subscribe to Discovery+ with TNT for £30.99, which is roughly $40.
A VPN (virtual private network) is a useful tool that helps protect your data and masks your IP address. It’s especially popular for streaming content that might not be available in your region. Whether you’re trying to watch a classic show like Friends on a foreign Netflix service or tune in to this weekend’s fight without paying for PPV, a VPN can make it possible. If you’re new to VPNs, this guide will help you find the best options for your needs.
Adesanya sheds tears at charged UFC 305 news conference
At a tense press conference leading up to UFC 305, Israel Adesanya broke down in tears as emotions ran high before his highly anticipated fight against middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis in Perth, Australia.
The tension escalated when South Africa’s du Plessis, 30, provoked Adesanya by asking if he would be “taking the servants with you” when he visits his native Nigeria and New Zealand next week. This remark was in response to a recent interview Adesanya gave to The Mac Life, where he mentioned having “maids” in his household during his upbringing.
Their heated exchange culminated in a powerful moment when Adesanya, spotting his family in the crowd, shed a tear. “He touched a subject there because I do it for my family, I do it for the people I love. I will fight for you forever, I swear to God,” Adesanya said. “Look, I am a human being. I can cry and whoop your ass at the same time.”
Adesanya, 35, who is returning to the Octagon after an 11-month hiatus, responded fiercely to du Plessis’ taunt. “Shut up, you don’t know anything about my story. You have no idea who I am,” he retorted. “My father and I had to wake up at 4 a.m. to clean banks while my mum studied to be a nurse. Don’t speak of my story if you don’t know my story.”
This fight has seen an intense buildup, fueled by du Plessis’ previous comments declaring that he would be the first “real African” UFC champion, emphasizing that he resides in Africa while former champions like Adesanya, Kamaru Usman, and Francis Ngannou have moved away from the continent. After winning the title in January, du Plessis reiterated his claim, adding further animosity to the rivalry.
“You didn’t what I did the first residing African champion. You can’t change that,” said du Plessis, to which Adesanya fired back, “I will slay you like a pig.”
This bout, headlining the card at RAC Arena, marks a historic moment as the first all-African title fight in UFC history. The press conference ended with an intense face-off, the crowd chanting “Izzy, Izzy” as they booed du Plessis when he raised his belt in defiance.
What time does UFC 305 start?
United States
- Main Card:10pm ET / 7pm PT onESPN+
- Prelims:8pm ET / 5pm PT onESPNandESPN+
- Early Prelims:6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT onESPN+andUFC FIGHT PASS
Canada
- Main Card:10pm ET / 7pm PT onSportsnet+, DAZN,UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass, RumbleandYouTube
- Prelims:8pm ET / 5pm PT onSportsnetandTVA Sports
- Early Prelims:6:30pm ET / 3:30pm PT onUFC FIGHT PASS
United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland
- Main Card:2am GMT (Sunday) onTNT Sports
- Prelims:12am GMT (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS,TNT SportsandDiscovery+
- Early Prelims:10:30pm GMT onUFC FIGHT PASS
Central Europe (Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, and Sweden)
- Main Card:4am CET (Sunday) on:
- RMC Sport 2(France)
- UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass(Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain)
- DAZN(Germany, Italy)
- Discovery+(Netherlands)
- Eurosport(Spain)
- Polsat Sport(Poland)
- Viaplay(Denmark, Norway and Sweden)
- UFC FIGHT PASS(Switzerland)
- Prelims:2am CET (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS,Discovery+(Netherlands),RMC Sport 2(France), andEurosport(Spain)
- Early Prelims:12:30am CET (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
Finland
- Main Card:5amEET (Sunday) onViaplay
- Prelims:3am EET (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
- Early Prelims:1:30am EET (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
Australia
- Main Card:1pm AEST / 11am AWST (Sunday) onMain Event on FoxtelandMain Event on Kayo
- Prelims:11am AEST / 9am AWST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASSandESPN
- Early Prelims:8:30am AEST / 6:30am AWST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
New Zealand
- Main Card via PPV:2pm NZST (Sunday) onSKY Arena,Sky Sports NowandUFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass
- Prelims:12pm NZST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT
- Early Prelims:10:30am NZST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
Africa
- Main Card:3am WAT / 4am SAST (Sunday) onSuperSport ActionandUFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass
- Prelims:1am WAT / 2am SAST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASSandSuperSport Action
- Early Prelims:11:30am WAT / 12:30am SAST (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
Asia (China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore)
- Main Card:10am HKT (Sunday) on:
- Migu(China)
- Now Sports(Hong Kong)
- Astro Supersport 5,Unifi TV,Mola(Malaysia)
- Premier Sports(Mongolia)
- Blast TV,Premier Sports(Philippines)
- Hub Sports,Mio Sports,Mola(Singapore)
Brazil
- Main Card:11pm BRT onUFC Fight Pass
- Prelims:9pm BRT onUFC Fight Pass
Iceland
- Main Card:2am GMT (Sunday) onViaplay
- Prelims:12am GMT (Sunday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
- Early Prelims:10:30pm GMT (Saturday) onUFC FIGHT PASS
India
- Main Card:7:30am IST (Sunday) onSony TEN 2
Indonesia
- Main Card:1am WIB (Sunday) onMola
Japan
- Main Card:11am JST (Sunday) onU-Next
MENA
- Main Card:6am GST (Sunday) on STARZPLAY
- Prelims:4am GST (Sunday) on STARZPLAY
- Early Prelims:2:30am GST (Sunday) on STARZPLAY and UFC FIGHT PASS
Myanmar
- Main Card:8:30am MMT (Sunday) on Canal+
Pakistan
- Main Card:7am PKT (Sunday) onTen Sports
South Korea
- Main Card:11am KST (Sunday) ontvN,tvN Sports,Tving
Thailand & Cambodia
- Main Card:9am ICT (Sunday) on True Sports HD3
Vietnam
- Main Card:9am ICT (Sunday) on K+ Sports