UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett, Harrison vs. Nunes Officially Announced
The UFC has officially announced the highly anticipated event UFC 324, set to take place on January 24, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This event will be a significant milestone in the promotion’s partnership with Paramount, featuring multiple title fights and a stellar lineup of matchups.
Featured Title Fights at UFC 324
The card will headline an interim lightweight title bout between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. This announcement was made by UFC President Dana White during a CBS broadcast, captivating fans during the Cowboys vs. Chiefs game.
Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett
- Justin Gaethje (26-5): A former interim champion, Gaethje is eager to compete for the vacant title after Ilia Topuria announced he will not fight in the first quarter of 2026.
- Paddy Pimblett (23-3): Recently defeated Michael Chandler at UFC 314 and aims to solidify his place in the UFC by battling Gaethje.
The winner will likely face Topuria in a future unification bout, intensifying the competition in the lightweight division.
Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes
- Kayla Harrison (19-1): A two-time Olympic gold medalist, she earned her title by submitting Julianna Peña at UFC 316.
- Amanda Nunes (23-5): The former bantamweight and featherweight champion returns to reclaim her titles after a two-year hiatus following her retirement.
This matchup is highly anticipated as both fighters are renowned for their exceptional skills and competitive spirit.
Additional Exciting Matchups
The main card will also feature several other intriguing fights:
- Sean O’Malley (18-3, 1 NC) vs. Song Yadong (22-8-1, 1 NC): A bantamweight clash following O’Malley’s back-to-back losses to current champion Merab Dvalishvili.
- Alexa Grasso (16-5-1) vs. Rose Namajunas (14-7): A matchup of former champions, with Grasso looking to break her losing streak against Namajunas.
- Deiveson Figueiredo (25-5-1) vs. Umar Nurmagomedov (19-1): Figueiredo will compete against Nurmagomedov, who recently returned to form after a loss.
- Derrick Lewis vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta: A heavyweight bout expected to deliver explosive action.
- Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva and Ateba Gautier vs. Andrey Pulyaev: Additional matchups highlighting emerging talents.
UFC 324 promises to be a landmark event, showcasing the talent and determination of fighters across multiple divisions. Fans can anticipate an exciting night of competition as the UFC and Paramount partnership continues to evolve.
