UFC and Monster Energy tout their global partnership's "historic" continuation.
TKO Group Holdings, the parent company of the UFC and WWE, announced today that the UFC and Monster Energy had reached an agreement to continue their partnership as Monster Energy will continue to serve with the exclusive energy drink of the UFC. This milestone makes their relationship, which began a decade ago, the largest sponsorship deal for both companies.
UFC AND MONSTER ENERGY ANNOUNCE HISTORIC RENEWAL OF THEIR GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP
Monster Energy to Continue as Exclusive Official Energy Drink of UFC
Agreement Marks the Largest Sponsorship Deal Ever for Both CompaniesLAS VEGAS – February 12, 2025 – UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization and part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), together with Monster Energy, the energy drink icon, today announced a multiyear renewal of their long-standing partnership in which Monster will continue to serve as the exclusive global Official Energy Drink of UFC.
The agreement, the third consecutive partnership renewal between UFC and Monster, continues to build upon a relationship that began in 2015 and has become one of the most successful brand partnerships in sports. The agreement also marks the largest sponsorship deal in the history of both companies.
“Monster has been an incredible partner to work with over the years,” said UFC President and CEO Dana White. “The Monster logo has been a fixture in the Octagon for a decade—literally right in the middle of our biggest events. When you think of UFC, you think of Monster. Monster is passionate about this sport, and they love the UFC brand. We appreciate their continued support and look forward to all of the incredible events we’ll put on together in the years ahead.”
“For nearly a decade, Monster Energy and UFC have built one of the most impactful partnerships in sports,” said Monster Energy Co-CEO and Chairman of the Board Rodney Sacks. “This historic renewal marks the biggest sponsorship deal in our history and the largest in UFC history. UFC is the most dynamic combat sports organization in the world, and its athletes embody the aggressive personality, the uncompromising passion, and the relentless drive to succeed–that is Monster’s DNA. Together, we are excited to keep raising the bar and fueling the next generation of UFC champions and fans.”
Under the terms of the renewal, Monster Energy will continue to enjoy center canvas placement inside the world-famous Octagon at UFC’s biggest events, including Pay-Per-Views and Fight Nights, as well as all episodes of the popular live fight series Dana White’s Contender Series, the groundbreaking reality series The Ultimate Fighter, and Road to UFC, the tournament for Asia's top MMA prospects.
Fans can also expect to continue seeing the iconic Monster Energy drink can in the hands of Monster Energy-sponsored UFC athletes during pre-and post-event press conferences and post-fight official decisions in the Octagon.
Through UFC’s far-reaching global footprint, Monster Energy will have meaningful brand visibility within an estimated 975 million households in 170 countries that receive UFC’s broadcasts.
About UFC
UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 290 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC.About Monster Energy
Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes, and musicians represent. More than a drink, it’s the way of life lived by athletes, bands, believers, and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at www.monsterenergy.com.
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