UFC 290 Commentary Team & Broadcast Plans 

UFC 290 PPV event is set to culminate the International Fight Week 2023 this Saturday. The event will be headlined by Alexander Volkanovski vs Yair Rodriguez Featherweight Title unification bout. 

As always, several marquee on-air talents will be present during the event to guide the viewers through their experience. Below is the list of these talents along with the broadcast plan of UFC 290. 

Broadcast Plan

The main card of UFC 290 will stream via pay-per-view and it will also stream on ESPN+ pay-per-view for the US residents. The early prelims for this event will start at 6 PM ET, whereas the televised prelims will begin at 8 PM ET followed by the main card, which is scheduled for 10 PM ET. 

Desk Analyst

Renowned broadcaster Michael Eaves will serve as the host for the UFC 290 post-fight show. Former UFC Champion Dominick Cruz and UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping will join as desk analysts. 

In-Ring Announcer

The most famous octagon announcer of all time, Bruce Buffer will be in action during the culminating event of International Fight Week. 

Roving Reporter

Famous UFC correspondent Megan Olivi will fill the responsibilities of a roving reporter at UFC 290. She will conduct pre and post-fight interviews with athletes and will also provide real-time updates on the event. 

Cageside Commentators

Jon Anik will continue to serve as the leading man on the mic at UFC 290. He will command play-by-play alongside Joe Rogan and UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier.