TKO Group Partners with Paramount for Exclusive Seven-Year UFC Event Deal in the U.S.

A seven-year agreement with TKO Group was unveiled on Monday, establishing Paramount as the exclusive venue for all UFC events in the U.S. This lucrative contract carries an average annual value of $1.1 billion, as reported by the companies involved. Starting in 2026, Paramount is set to become the sole distributor for the UFC's complete lineup, which includes 30 "Fight Nights" and 13 major numbered events, all available via its streaming platform, Paramount+. Furthermore, select numbered events will also be simulcast on CBS. UFC President Dana White expressed on X, “This deal elevates UFC among the world's premier sports.” He emphasized the substantial exposure that Paramount and CBS will provide, significantly benefiting both athletes and fans of the sport. This agreement marks a significant shift from the existing pay-per-view business model and aims to broaden the audience for mixed martial arts programming nationwide.