ESPN+ is a sports-focused streaming service that offers a wide range of live sports, original shows, and exclusive content not available on traditional ESPN networks. Here's what ESPN+ includes:
- Live Sports Streaming: Thousands of exclusive live events across various sports such as UFC (including Fight Night events), NHL, MLB (until the end of 2025 season), PGA golf, international soccer leagues like LaLiga and Bundesliga, Top Rank Boxing, and college sports including football and basketball
- UFC Pay-Per-View: Subscribers can purchase UFC pay-per-view events separately, typically costing around $79.99 per event, with some exclusive UFC content included in the subscription
- Original Programming: ESPN+ features original studio shows, documentaries (notably the entire "30 for 30" library), game recaps, analyses, and series hosted by sports personalities such as Peyton Manning. It also offers daily sports talk shows and premium articles with in-depth sports analysis
- On-Demand Content: Access to an extensive archive of on-demand content including game replays, ESPN Films, and other exclusive series
- College Sports: Strong coverage of college sports, including live streams of women's March Madness Final Four and National Championship games in 2025
- Streaming Quality: Most content streams in up to 1080p Full HD, but 4K streaming is not supported
- Subscription Options: ESPN+ is available via monthly ($12) or annual ($120) subscriptions, with bundle options including Disney+ and Hulu for a combined discount
However, ESPN+ does not include live access to the main ESPN cable channels, and its NFL and NBA live game coverage is limited. Also, MLB games will no longer be available after the 2025 season due to ESPN's contract ending
. In summary, ESPN+ is ideal for sports fans interested in a broad range of live and on-demand sports content, original shows, and exclusive events, especially UFC and college sports, at an affordable price point
