What time is UFC 297 in Australia? PPV schedule, main card start time for Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis

Jed Wells

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The first PPV UFC card of 2024 is nearly here, with Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis set to square off at UFC 297. 

On this card, Strickland will face his first title defence, looking to retain the belt when he takes on de Plessis, a matchup that has already produced a lot of controversy in the lead-up.

UFC 297 will also feature a second title fight, with Raquel Pennington and Mayra Bueno Silva will challenge for Amanda Nunes' recently vacated bantamweight belt. 

WATCH: UFC 297: Sean Strickland vs. Dricuss du Plessis, live on Kayo

The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about UFC 297, including time in Australia, channel, and card. 

What time is UFC 297: Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis in Australia?

UFC 297 is on January 21 in Australia.

The early prelims start at 10 a.m. AEDT, with the prelims at 12 p.m. AEDT.

The main card is at 2 p.m. AEDT. Strickland and du Plessis should make their way to the octagon around 4:15 p.m. AEDT, depending on how long the undercard fights last. 

Region Early Prelims Start Time Prelims Start Time Main Card Start Time Main Event Ring Walks (approx.)
AEDT
(Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra,
Hobart)
10 a.m. 12 p.m. 2 p.m.  4:15 p.m.
ACDT
(Adelaide)
9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m.
AEST
(Brisbane)
9 a.m. 11 a.m. 1 p.m. 3.15 p.m.
ACST
(Darwin)
8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m.
AWST 
(Perth)
7 a.m. 9 a.m.  11 a.m. 1:15 p.m.

How to watch UFC 297: Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis in Australia

UFC 297 is set to begin at 10 am AEDT for Australian fight fans, with all the action being streamed via Kayo

The prelims then begin at midday AEDT and will be broadcast on ESPN2 (Ch. 510) as well as streamed live on Kayo.

At 2 p.m. AEDT, the pay-per-view portion of the broadcast begins, after which fans can purchase and watch through Main Event or Kayo PPV.

  TV channel Live stream
Early prelims N/A Kayo
Prelims ESPN2 Kayo
Main Card Main Event Kayo

Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis PPV price: How much does UFC 297 cost in Australia? 

    In Australia, UFC 297 will cost an additional $59.95 on Main Event via Kayo Sports or Foxtel.

    You do not need a Kayo Sports subscription to buy the pay-per-view.

    UFC 297 fight card

    Main Card

    • Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis for the UFC light middleweight title
    • Raquel Pennington vs. Mayra Bueno Silva for the UFC light bantamweight title 
    • Neil Magny vs. Mike Malott; Welterweights
    • Chris Curtis vs. Marc-Andre Barriault; Middleweights
    • Arnold Allen vs. Movsar Evloev; Featherweights

    Prelims

    • Brad Katona vs. Garrett Armfield; Bantamweights
    • Charles Jourdain vs. Sean Woodson; Featherweights
    • Serhiy Sidey vs. Ramon Taveras; Bantamweights
    • Gillian Robertson vs. Polyana Viana; Strawweight 

    Early Prelims

    • Yohan Lainesse vs. Sam Patterson; Welterweight 
    • Jasmine Jasudavicius vs. Priscila Cachoeira; Flyweight
    • Malcolm Gordon vs. Jimmy Flick; Flyweight

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