Prelims and Late Prelims to stream free-to-watch (AVOD) for fans across the region
Dubai, UAE, 29 January 2026: STARZPLAY, the home of premium live sports in the MENA region, will bring fans one of the most anticipated fight nights of the year as UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 streams live and exclusively on the platform on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
Headlined by the highly anticipated rematch between Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes, UFC 325 brings global attention and championship-level intensity to the Octagon. The event stands as one of the UFC’s biggest cards of the year, with worldwide anticipation surrounding the outcome of this defining showdown.
The first encounter between Volkanovski and Lopes delivered a fierce battle that captured global attention, with both fighters showcasing their contrasting styles and intensity. Volkanovski relied on his experience, pressure, and tactical control to secure a unanimous-decision-victory. Now, as Lopes prepares to return with aggressive striking and constant forward movement, UFC 325 represents a critical opportunity for him to redefine his path at the highest level, with growing discussion around what a second meeting with Volkanovski could mean for his standing in the division.
Reinforcing its position as the region’s leading destination for combat sports, STARZPLAY will deliver comprehensive coverage of the entire event, from the opening bouts through to the main card, ensuring fight fans across MENA can experience every moment of this landmark UFC night.
In a move that expands access for audiences across the region, the platform will stream both the Prelims (2 AM GST) and Late Prelims (4 AM GST) free to watch (AVOD), allowing fans to tune in without a subscription and be part of the action from the very first fight.
Through its combination of premium subscription coverage and free-to-watch access, STARZPLAY continues to broaden the reach of MMA and strengthen its connection with the region’s rapidly growing fight community.
Fans across the MENA region can catch UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes 2 live and exclusively on STARZPLAY on Sunday, 1 February at 6 AM GST.
Visit www.starzplay.com for full schedules and viewing details.
About STARZPLAY
STARZPLAY (www.starzplay.com) is one of the leading media and technology platforms across the Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan, offering both direct-to-consumer entertainment services and advanced technology and media solutions for businesses.
Through long-standing partnerships with major global studios, including Warner Bros., Disney, Paramount, Sony, Lionsgate, and Image Nation Abu Dhabi, STARZPLAY delivers a rich and diverse content library tailored to regional audiences. The platform offers best-in-class Arabic and regional programming as the exclusive, global digital home of Abu Dhabi Media channels and originals, complemented by premium Turkish content through collaborations with producers such as MADD TV, TRT, and ATV.
STARZPLAY has also firmly established itself as the exclusive MENA home for top-tier sports, including fighting (UFC, PFL), Cricket (ICC, IPL), and Rugby (Six Nations, Rugby World Cup), alongside a growing football portfolio featuring Italian Serie A and the UAE Pro League.
With over 3 million combined SVOD and AVOD monthly subscribers and over 20 million app downloads, STARZPLAY continues to redefine digital entertainment in the region. The service offers high-quality streaming in HD and 4K across smart TVs, gaming consoles, and IPTV services, supported by intuitive iOS and Android applications with offline viewing. Enhanced by AI-driven personalization and interactive features, STARZPLAY ensures a seamless and highly tailored viewing experience. In parallel, STARZPLAY’s technology and media division is a market leader in hospitality entertainment solutions across the GCC and powers OTT platforms for major media companies in Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with additional offices in the UAE and Pakistan, STARZPLAY is backed by leading regional and international investors, including e& Life (part of e& Group), ADQ, Lionsgate, General Electric, and SEQ Capital, reinforcing its position as a dominant and fast-growing player in the MENA digital media landscape.