Credit: C/O

Excellent for Sports Variety

Postponed twice due to injury, former UFC Flyweight Championship challenger Brandon Royval and former RIZIN Bantamweight Champion Manel Kape are headlining UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. Learn how to watch UFC Fight Night: Royval vs Kape here. 

*Note: This event is expected to be the final UFC broadcast under ESPN, as beginning in 2026, UFC coverage will be through Paramount Skydance and Paramount+. 

Check Out: PPV Boxing Tonight: Full Schedule Plus How to Watch Online

When is Royval vs Kape?

The Royval vs Kape fight will be live from the UFC APEX Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, on Saturday, December 13th. The event’s preliminary fights start at 7 pm ET / 4 pm PT, with the main card at 10 pm ET / 7 pm PT, streaming exclusively on ESPN+

How to Watch This UFC Fight Night

Viewers can stream this UFC Fight Night exclusively through ESPN+. You will need a subscription to ESPN+ to access the service’s live UFC events and other exclusive content. UFC Fight Night does not require additional payments to watch. Select countries can also stream Royval vs Kape on DAZN

How Much Does Royval vs Kape Cost?

Royval vs Kape is included in your ESPN+ base subscription, along with future UFC Fight Nights, so you can enjoy all the best fights for no additional cost. Other UFC events on the streaming service may require additional payment.

Check Out: How to Watch Pacheco vs Sadjo Without Cable

ESPN+ Prices

ESPN+ has several subscription options, including monthly or annual payments to best fit your budget needs. They also provide an Español option for Spanish-speaking viewers to enjoy their favorite events. 

Membership TypePrice
ESPN +$11.99/month, $119.99/year
ESPN+ Español$11.99/month, $119.99/year

What Devices are Compatible with ESPN+?

You can stream UFC Fight Night with Tsarukyan vs Hooker on various devices, including Android phones, iPhones, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Roku Smart TV, Apple TV, Android TV, PlayStation 5, and Xbox One. Check out the full compatibility list of devices below: 

  • Samsung Smart TV
  • Roku Smart TV
  • Vizio Smart TV
  • Android TV
  • Amazon Fire TV
  • Apple TV
  • Chromecast 
  • Amazon Fire TV Stick
  • PlayStation 4
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X

UFC Fight Night: Royval vs Kape Card

line of puching bags
Credit: Unsplash

While Brandon Royval vs Manel Kape is the main event, there are plenty of other great matchups to stream beforehand. Between preliminary and main event bouts, enjoy the full fight card for the latest UFC Fight Night below: 

  • Brandon Royval vs. Manel Kape (Flyweight)
  • Giga Chikadze vs. Kevin Vallejos (Featherweight)
  • César Almeida vs. Cezary Oleksiejczuk (Middleweight)
  • Melquizael Costa vs. Morgan Charrière (Featherweight)
  • Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Marcus Buchecha (Heavyweight)
  • Amanda Lemos vs. Gillian Robertson (Women’s Strawweight)
  • Joanderson Brito vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan (Featherweight)
  • Neil Magny vs. Yaroslav Amosov (Welterweight)
  • Sean Sharaf vs. Steven Asplund (Heavyweight)
  • Melissa Croden vs. Luana Santos (Women’s Bantamweight)
  • Allen Frye vs. Guilherme Pat (Heavyweight)
  • Jamey-Lyn Horth vs. Tereza Bledá (Women’s Flyweight)

FAQs

Is Fight Night a free UFC event?

UFC Fight Night is included in an ESPN+ subscription, but you need an active subscription to watch the events. UFC PPV events will require an additional payment. 

Is ESPN+ worth it?

For UFC and European soccer fans, ESPN+ is a great streaming service to catch every match. The service also provides a wide range of PPV events and behind-the-scenes content to keep you connected to your favorite fighters and teams. 

Is UFC wrestling or boxing?

The UFC is a mixed martial arts (MMA) competition. This means fighters from around the world use a variety of martial arts disciplines, including wrestling, boxing, jiu-jitsu, and more, during their fights. 

Can you cancel ESPN+ anytime?

You can cancel your ESPN+ subscription at any time, and you will continue to have access until your current billing cycle ends. Head to Manage Subscriptions under your profile when you wish to cancel the subscription.

If you purchase a product or service through a link in this story, Bounding Into Sports may receive an affiliate commission.