Paramount Plus Faces Livestream Outage During UFC 326
Paramount Plus experienced a livestream outage during UFC 326, cutting out for approximately two minutes during the highly anticipated main event fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. This incident occurred as UFC transitioned to its first year of exclusive broadcasting on Paramount Plus and CBS.
The outage, which happened during the third round of the fight, left many viewers frustrated. Social media was flooded with reactions, including one user who questioned, “Did the Paramount feed for UFC get cut, or is it just me?” Another user remarked, “Glad everyone I know has a black screen during the main event right now,” highlighting the widespread impact of the technical difficulties.
Despite the outage, UFC 326 showcased a series of fights that were part of the organization’s new subscription-based streaming model, moving away from the traditional pay-per-view approach. The transition to Paramount Plus aims to provide fans with more accessible viewing options.
In addition to the UFC event, Paramount Plus is gearing up for the premiere of a new show, The Madison, created by Taylor Sheridan, known for his work on Yellowstone. The show is set to debut on March 14, 2026, with three episodes being released initially, part of a six-episode first season.
Season 2 of The Madison was confirmed in August 2025, even before the first season aired, indicating a strong belief in the show’s potential. As Paramount Plus continues to expand its content offerings, it remains to be seen how the platform will address technical issues like the one experienced during UFC 326.
As viewers look forward to upcoming content, including The Madison, the expectation is that Paramount Plus will enhance its streaming capabilities to prevent future outages. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any measures being taken to improve service reliability.
