STARZPLAY streams PFL Dubai rematch and UFC 320 live

It’s a busy fight weekend for the UAE. STARZPLAY has secured exclusive MENA rights to two MMA cards: PFL’s Champions Series: Road to Dubai rematch on Friday, 3 October 2025 at 7:30 pm GST, and UFC 320 on Sunday, 5 October 2025 from 6:00 am GST. Both stream live in the UAE with Arabic and English commentary.

PFL “Road to Dubai” rematch: key details

STARZPLAY is airing PFL’s return to Dubai with a lightweight title rematch headliner.

At a glance

Date and time: Friday, 3 Oct 2025, 7:30 pm GST
Headliner: Osman Nurmagomedov (19-0) vs Paul Hughes (14-2) for the lightweight title
Co-main: Corey Anderson vs Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov for light heavyweight gold
Venue: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
Coverage: Exclusive live stream on STARZPLAY across MENA (prelims AVOD + main card)

The card focuses on two title fights and a set of Abu Dhabi and Dubai-friendly prelims. Expect high interest in the Nurmagomedov-Hughes rematch given the unbeaten record on one side and the “biggest in PFL history” billing on the other. Prelims are available with ads, with the paid main card inside the STARZPLAY app.

Notable prelims

Pouya Rahmani vs Slim Trabelsi
Zubaira Tukhugov vs Artem Lobov
Omar Al Dafrawy vs Florim Zendeli

For readers new to the platform, we’ve been tracking monthly STARZPLAY drops and sports coverage; our MENA guides help you find the right plan before the bell. See our recent STARZPLAY content round-ups and sports coverage pages for context: STARZPLAY September picks, and our UFC in the UAE streaming guide.

UFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira 2, early start in the UAE

UFC 320 runs early for Gulf viewers. The main broadcast starts at 6:00 am GST on Sunday, 5 October. Commentary is available in Arabic and English.

At a glance

Date and time: Sunday, 5 Oct 2025, from 6:00 am GST
Main event: Magomed Ankalaev defends the light heavyweight title vs Alex Pereira
Co-main: Merab Dvalishvili vs Cory Sandhagen at bantamweight
Broadcast: Live and exclusive on STARZPLAY across MENA

This is a direct sequel to their UFC 313 clash. Expect Ankalaev to lean on control and range, while Pereira brings the usual power threat. The co-main puts Dvalishvili’s 13-fight win streak on the line against Sandhagen’s movement-heavy striking. The broadcast is a full card with early prelims through main event.

Also on the card

Jiří Procházka vs Khalil Rountree Jr
Josh Emmett vs Youssef Zalal
Abus Magomedov vs Joe Pyfer
Featured prelims include Edmen Shahbazyan vs André Muniz, and Farid Basharat vs Chris Gutiérrez. Expect appearances from Maycee Chiasson, Patchy Mix and Veronica Hardy on the undercard.

If you just want a quick primer on watching UFC on STARZPLAY in the UAE, we’ve got a handy page with timings and app tips: how to stream UFC in the UAE.

How to watch in the UAE

You can stream both events inside the STARZPLAY app or web player. PFL prelims use ad-supported streaming, with the main card in the subscription tier. UFC 320 is live only in the subscription tier.

What you need

A current STARZPLAY subscription for UFC 320 and PFL main card
iOS, Android, web, smart TV, games console or IPTV box supported by STARZPLAY
Good connection for HD or 4K playback
Optional: switch commentary between Arabic and English where offered

For new users, our evergreen STARZPLAY coverage pages can help with what’s currently streaming and general app features: monthly STARZPLAY picks and STARZPLAY sports coverage update.

Why this matters for MENA fight fans

Two live cards in one weekend, local start times and dual-language commentary make this a straightforward sell for regional viewers. It also cements STARZPLAY’s position as a key home for live sport alongside its film and series slate in the UAE.

Context from our coverage

STARZPLAY continues to push live sports in MENA, recently renewing Serie A rights.
Our STARZPLAY features hub tracks the platform’s sports and entertainment mix.

Event timings recap (GST)

PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai rematch — Friday, 3 Oct 2025, 7:30 pm GST
UFC 320 — Sunday, 5 Oct 2025, from 6:00 am GSTBoth stream live and exclusively on STARZPLAY across MENA.

What time do the streams start in the UAE?

PFL: Friday, 3 Oct 2025 at 7:30 pm GST. UFC 320: Sunday, 5 Oct 2025 from 6:00 am GST.

Are these streams exclusive to STARZPLAY in MENA?

Yes, both are live and exclusive on STARZPLAY across the Middle East and North Africa.

Is Arabic commentary available?

Yes. UFC 320 confirms Arabic and English commentary.

What’s special about the PFL card?

It’s billed as the biggest rematch in PFL history, headlined by Osman Nurmagomedov vs Paul Hughes for the lightweight belt, with Corey Anderson vs Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov for light heavyweight.