Where can I watch boxing in the UK?

Key points

• Boxing in the UK is shown mainly through pay-per-view services such as Sky Sports Box Office, TNT Sports Box Office and DAZN.

• Some major fights are also shown on TNT Sports as part of a subscription, but most headline bouts require a separate PPV payment.

• Pay-per-view boxing typically costs up to around £25 per fight, depending on the event.

• Dedicated fans can subscribe to streaming services like DAZN or bundle sports channels with TV and broadband to manage costs.

• Free boxing highlights are available via platforms such as BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport app and YouTube. A TV licence is required to watch BBC content.

What’s the best way to watch boxing in the UK?

The best way to watch boxing depends on how often you follow the sport.

If you are a casual fan who mainly wants to watch headline fights, paying for events one at a time through pay-per-view is usually the most cost-effective option. Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office both offer access to major fight nights on this basis.

If you follow boxing more closely, a subscription service may suit you better. DAZN offers regular live events from the UK and abroad, including emerging fighters and established names. While DAZN runs on a subscription model, many of the biggest bouts still require an additional PPV fee.

What’s the difference in cost between streaming and pay-per-view boxing?

Boxing can be expensive to watch regularly, particularly if you focus on major fight nights.

• Pay-per-view events typically cost up to around £24.99 per fight.

• Subscription services like DAZN usually charge a monthly or annual fee, with PPV costs added for the biggest events.

• Sports bundles from providers such as Sky, Virgin Media or EE can reduce costs if you also watch other sports, but PPV boxing is usually excluded.

Even with a subscription, fans who want to watch the biggest names should expect to pay extra, which can make boxing one of the more costly sports to follow live.

Where can I watch boxing highlights online?

You can watch boxing highlights for free across several platforms.

The BBC offers highlights through the BBC Sport website, app and BBC iPlayer. A valid TV licence is required to access this content.

YouTube also hosts a wide range of free boxing highlights, including official clips from broadcasters and promoters. This option does not require a subscription and often includes shorter, more flexible highlight packages.

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