UFC 298: Start Time for Volkanovski vs. Topuria Main Event, Prelims; How to Watch in Europe, Australia & USA

Alexander Volkanovski is set to come back to the featherweight division to defend his title at UFC 298. However, this time around he is facing a formidable challenge in Ilia Topuria. The Spanish Mixed Martial Artist has had a meteoric rise in a short span of time. Moreover, he presents a style that poses a threat to the champion. Not to mention, his accolades are quite astounding as he boasts an undefeated record and has a high finish rate.

That being said, with just days left for the card, let’s make sure you do not miss it and take down all the important details. Find out all about the main event, the prelims, and how to watch it from around the globe.

UFC 298 Volkanovski vs. Topuria full fight card details

This card is quite stacked, and the main event grabs attention, but the undercard is equally exciting with notable names. In the co-main events, former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker will finally lock horns with Paulo Costa. Their first attempt to fight earlier fell apart after the Brazillian pulled out.

A similar fight is also lined up on this card as Ian Garry is set to face Geoff Neal. The two were set to face each other in December of last year, however, the fight fell apart after the Irishman pulled out.

It does not end there as former dual-weight champion, Henry Cejudo is coming back to face top-ranked bantamweight Merab Dvalishvili. The stakes for this bout are high, as it is rumored the winner will face the champion next.

Now that we know who are the notable personalities on the card, let’s take a look at how and where can one watch it.

Where and how to watch UFC 298 in the USA, Australia, and Europe?

The fight card is taking place in California, America on February 17 at Honda Center in Anaheim. In the United States, if not in attendance, one can remotely witness on ESPN+ live. Meanwhile, prelims will also be streamed on UFC Fight Pass. Whereas, if you are in the United Kingdom, then you can catch it remotely on streaming platforms like TNT Sports.

Moreover, an Australian is making the final walk out of the tunnel, so the Australians cannot be left out. People from Australia can also witness the bout from Foxtel iQ box, but not through Foxtel Go or Foxtel Now.

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As far as the timings are concerned, the early prelims will begin at 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT / 11:00 PM GMT. So grab your snacks and clear your calendar to witness this exciting card this weekend.

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