ESPN is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire UFC Fight Pass, the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s on-demand streaming service, according to multiple sources, plus the WWE Vault. The discussions center on integrating Fight Pass’s extensive archive and select live programming into ESPN’s direct-to-consumer platform ESPN+. Simultaneously, ESPN is exploring rights to WWE’s Vault channel, a curated repository of classic content.
ESPN Looking to Purchase UFC Fight Pass and WWE Vault
ESPN’s interest in UFC Fight Pass comes as the network accelerates its shift toward digital distribution. Since launching ESPN+ in 2018, ESPN has steadily expanded its streaming footprint, adding combat sports content to its portfolio.