The O2 Arena in London is the UFC’s flagship venue in the United Kingdom and one of the most frequently visited arenas outside North America. With a capacity of around 18,000 and a location on the Greenwich Peninsula, the venue offers easy access for domestic and European fans, helping London cards routinely sell out. The building’s distinctive dome and surrounding entertainment district also create an event-week atmosphere that supports weigh-ins, fan meet-and-greets, and media obligations.
From early Fight Night cards to modern pay-per-views, The O2 has hosted critical milestones in British MMA, including the rise of fighters like Michael Bisping, Darren Till, and Leon Edwards. Recent headliners and title fights have underlined the arena’s status as the home of UFC London, with annual or near-annual visits now a staple of the schedule. The raucous crowds, soccer-chant energy, and late-night finishes have made UFC London at The O2 one of the most beloved stops on the global calendar.
Four biggest fights at The O2 Arena
UFC Fight Night: Bisping vs. Silva (February 27, 2016)
Card highlights
- Michael Bisping vs. Anderson Silva
- Gegard Mousasi vs. Thales Leites
- Tom Breese vs. Keita Nakamura
Bisping survived a wild flying knee sequence to earn a unanimous decision over Silva in a dramatic back-and-forth, a victory that played a key narrative role in his eventual middleweight title run later in 2016.
UFC Fight Night: Till vs. Masvidal (March 16, 2019)
Card highlights
- Darren Till vs. Jorge Masvidal
- Leon Edwards vs. Gunnar Nelson
- Volkan Oezdemir vs. Dominick Reyes
Masvidal knocked out Till with a devastating second-round punch to ignite his late-career surge, while Edwards’ decision win helped establish his long run toward the welterweight title.
UFC 286: Edwards vs. Usman 3 (March 18, 2023)
Card highlights
- Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3 (welterweight title)
- Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev
- Gunnar Nelson vs. Bryan Barberena
Edwards defended his title via majority decision in front of a hometown crowd, completing his trilogy with Usman and solidifying his status as Britain’s top active champion.
UFC Fight Night: 204 (March 19, 2022)
Card highlights
- Tom Aspinall vs Alexander Volkov
- Paddy Pimblett vs Kazula Vargas
- Molly McCann vs Luana Carolina
The night belonged to the heavyweights in the main event, but one could argue the smooth-talking Scouser, Paddy Pimblett, and Molly McCann stole the show.
Upcoming UFC London dates, access information, and arena details can be found on The O2’s official site.