“What’s the point of holding it over there?” UK MMA fans upset over UFC 304 in Manchester taking place in US timings

UK fans are upset with the UFC 304 fight card timings set based on US time.

“What’s the point of holding it over there?” UK MMA fans upset over UFC 304 in Manchester taking place in US timings

UFC CEO Dana White (Image via: IMAGO)

UFC 304 will be held in Manchester this July at the Co-op Live arena. It is the second time UFC is returning to Manchester and the locals seem excited. However, UK fans looking forward to attending the event are upset with the timings. Some of them expressed their frustrations on social media.

The main card is scheduled to begin at 3 am local time. This has sparked some controversy among fans and fighters. The new Co-op Live arena will host its first-ever sporting event. Moreover, UFC has promised an electrifying showdown for MMA fans. However, holding the event according to US timings has infuriated the UK fans.

The fight card and streaming details are yet to be fully disclosed. Anticipation is building for this event. Fans are expecting thrilling matchups and top-tier talent. UFC CEO, Dana White has officially confirmed the date as July 27th.

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In the US, it will be on the previous day, with a time difference of about 5 hours. The streaming platform for UFC events varies. However, popular options include ESPN+ for US viewers and BT Sport for UK viewers. UFC Pay-Per-View prices are typically around $69.99 in the US for non-ESPN+ subscribers. UK PPV prices may vary based on the broadcasting platform.

UK fans react to unusual timings for UFC 304 in Manchester

UFC fans in the UK were upset with the late timings of the fight card. People took to social media to share their reactions to the official announcements. Here are some of the reactions from X:

Tom Aspinall says he will be competing at UFC 304
Tom Aspinall says he will be competing at UFC 304 (via Imago/UFC)
https://twitter.com/ChairLegFred/status/1783082828718030910
https://twitter.com/HowieTheRed/status/1783078558497210616

Some people were okay with the timing. Others said the US timings sucked the life out of the event. One expressed his frustration saying the entire point of setting up the fight in the UK was for UK fans. There is still time for the event. Will the UFC officials change the timings for the UK fans?

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