ESPN in Talks to Acquire UFC Fight Pass

The most complete library in MMA history, from UFC’s early days to PRIDE, WEC, Strikeforce, and beyond, could soon land inside ESPN’s new streaming empire.

Multiple sources confirm to The MMA Draw that ESPN is in active discussions to acquire UFC Fight Pass, with plans to fold the platform into the newly launched ESPN direct-to-consumer app. The talks are described as advanced but not finalized.

If completed, this move gives ESPN more than just another streaming add-on. Fight Pass is one of combat sports’ r…