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Derrick Lewis accused of ‘quitting’ after being dropped by a jab from Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324

Derrick Lewis accused of ‘quitting’ after being dropped by a jab from Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324

Derrick Lewis seemed to go down a bit too easily under the weight of just a jab as he suffered his first stoppage defeat in almost three years. The beloved heavyweight contender had clawed his way back into contention once again heading into UFC 324, particularly given a particular dearth of talent in the division at the moment.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 24
Joe Rogan Shows No Mercy at Rose Namajunas’ Past as She Falls to Natalia Silva at UFC 324

Joe Rogan Shows No Mercy at Rose Namajunas’ Past as She Falls to Natalia Silva at UFC 324

UFC 324 was meant to be about momentum. A chance for Rose Namajunas to establish herself at flyweight and move closer to another title shot. Instead, the night reopened old wounds.

Song Yadong News / BoxingNews.com / January 24

O’Malley Beats Yadong In A Controversial Decision

Sean O’Malley defeated Song Yadong at UFC 324 via a unanimous decision, 29-28, 29-28, 29-28, as you can see how the bantamweight fight played out live.  With Petr Yan beating Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323, the winner knew would be a candidate to challenge the Russian champion.

MMA News / 5 GOATs / January 24

Jean Silva jumps wildly off Arnold Allen’s back during UFC 324 in Las Vegas

In the first fight of the main card for UFC 324, fans got to see something exceptionally unusual. It came right at the very end of a three-round fight between Jean Silva and Arnold Allen.

Joe Rogan News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
‘Fraud check’… Joe Rogan’s pick for UFC’s future star scores lackluster UFC 324 win but loses KO streak

‘Fraud check’… Joe Rogan’s pick for UFC’s future star scores lackluster UFC 324 win but loses KO streak

Just weeks after being named the future of the UFC by Joe Rogan, Ateba Gautier came dangerously close to his first defeat. The Cameroonian dropped Andrey Pulyaev multiple times during their UFC 324 clash, but was unable to put his foot on the gas and go for the finish.

Paddy Pimblett News / BoxingNews.com / January 24

Paddy Pimblett’s UFC 324 Mistake

Paddy Pimblett has responded to fans’ concerns after a video shared by UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall showed the lightweight vaping just days before his interim title fight at UFC 324 on January 24 against Justin Gaethje.

Dominick Cruz News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 24
Dominick Cruz etches his name in MMA immortality as UFC announces Hall of Fame induction

Dominick Cruz etches his name in MMA immortality as UFC announces Hall of Fame induction

The UFC made official what many in the MMA community have long expected, Dominick Cruz, the revolutionary bantamweight champion who fundamentally transformed the sport’s bantamweight division, has been selected for induction into the UFC Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
Umar Nurmagomedov snubbed for Hall of Fame announcement after dominant win over Deiveson Figueiredo

Umar Nurmagomedov snubbed for Hall of Fame announcement after dominant win over Deiveson Figueiredo

Umar Nurmagomedov was robbed of his moment on the mic after winning at UFC 324. Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s cousin squared off against Deiveson Figueiredo in Las Vegas on Saturday night.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 24
Nate Diaz Sends Special Message to Rose Namajunas While Making Last-Minute UFC 324 Main Card Predictions

Nate Diaz Sends Special Message to Rose Namajunas While Making Last-Minute UFC 324 Main Card Predictions

As the UFC launches its first numbered event under the Paramount deal, Nate Diaz’s last-minute predictions landed with the kind of casual confidence only he can pull off.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 24

Umar Nurmagomedov dominates Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 324

A bantamweight fight with title picture implications served as Saturday's UFC 324 featured preliminary card fight. Second-ranked 135-pound contender and

Bruce Buffer News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
Bruce Buffer blunder and buzzer-beater knockouts kick off the Paramount era at UFC 324

Bruce Buffer blunder and buzzer-beater knockouts kick off the Paramount era at UFC 324

Bruce Buffer mixed up his fighters during the first fight of the UFC’s Paramount era, but it was quickly forgotten about. The veteran voice of the octagon left Joe Rogan scratching his head on the broadcast as he announced the fighters for the first early prelim between Ty Miller and Adam Fugitt.

Khamzat Chimaev News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
Khamzat Chimaev mocks UFC 324 star’s emotional behavior on fight week… ‘Don’t need to cry’

Khamzat Chimaev mocks UFC 324 star’s emotional behavior on fight week… ‘Don’t need to cry’

A video posted on fight week caught the attention of the UFC’s middleweight champion. Dana White has announced new bonuses that will come into play at the promotion’s first event of 2026 later today in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
Derrick Lewis would have been fired 8 years before UFC 324 if Dana White took his advice

Derrick Lewis would have been fired 8 years before UFC 324 if Dana White took his advice

Derrick Lewis may not have been around to feature on the UFC’s Paramount debut. ‘The Black Beast’ is among the big names tasked with kicking off a new era for the mixed martial arts leader at UFC 324 in Las Vegas.

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 24

UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett live results

The interim lightweight title is on the line in the UFC 324 main event. Former interim champion Justin Gaethje faces No. 5 ranked Paddy Pimblett in the featured fight of the first UFC fight card of 2026.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
Amanda Nunes suspected something was wrong with Kayla Harrison and dreamt about UFC 324 cancellation

Amanda Nunes suspected something was wrong with Kayla Harrison and dreamt about UFC 324 cancellation

The consensus greatest female fighter in MMA history was set to return from retirement later today. While UFC 324 boasts some big names and interesting matchups, many had picked out the co-main event as the best of the bunch.

Dana White News / Bloody Elbow / January 24
UFC 324 star gained $50k when crazy decision left Dana White admitting he was badly wrong

UFC 324 star gained $50k when crazy decision left Dana White admitting he was badly wrong

One UFC champion received a late reward for his career-best performance. Saturday’s UFC 324 event features plenty of big names who have experience challenging or holding gold on the biggest stage in mixed martial arts.

Michael Bisping News / HITC / January 24
Michael Bisping downplayed weight cuts moments before dramatic UFC 324 weigh-in scare

Michael Bisping downplayed weight cuts moments before dramatic UFC 324 weigh-in scare

Michael Bisping found himself in a tricky situation during a frightening incident at the UFC 324 weigh-ins. Bisping was on the TNT Sports live stream, discussing Alex Perez coming in 2.5lb over the flyweight limit, when something alarming happened right behind him.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 24
Petr Yan confirms Merab Dvalishvili rematch set regardless of UFC 324 outcomes

Petr Yan confirms Merab Dvalishvili rematch set regardless of UFC 324 outcomes

UFC Bantamweight Champion Petr Yan has put to rest speculation about his next title defense, confirming that his next opponent will not depend on the outcome of any fights at UFC 324.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 24
UFC doubles bonus structure ahead of first card on Paramount+

UFC doubles bonus structure ahead of first card on Paramount+

Some UFC participants will walk away with more money in their pockets moving forward as the UFC is doubling the amounts of its fight night bonus structure and awarding a bonus for every finish inside the Octagon, UFC CEO Dana White told Sports Business Journal.

MMA News / HITC / January 24
Umar Nurmagomedov’s reaction to Dillon Danis UFC brawl raises eyebrows as feud escalates

Umar Nurmagomedov’s reaction to Dillon Danis UFC brawl raises eyebrows as feud escalates

Umar Nurmagomedov did not leave UFC 322 entirely satisfied. The bantamweight contender had a front-row seat as Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to claim the welterweight title at Madison Square Garden in November.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 24
'They Hate-Like Each Other' – Javier Mendez Weighs in on Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier’s Complicated Rivalry

'They Hate-Like Each Other' – Javier Mendez Weighs in on Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier’s Complicated Rivalry

In recent times, fans got news of Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier fighting in a wrestling match. This reignited their rivalry as both have hated each other, and their rivalry is one of the best in the whole MMA world.

Dana White News / HITC / January 24
Dana White unveils new UFC bonuses including extra finish reward ahead of UFC 324

Dana White unveils new UFC bonuses including extra finish reward ahead of UFC 324

The UFC is shaking things up as the promotion gears up for its first event on Paramount+. Now, with just hours to go before their opening card of 2026, final face-offs for UFC 324 are done and dusted.

Song Yadong News / BoxingNews.com / January 24

Sean O’Malley Vs. Song Yadong Breakdown

Sean O’Malley and Song Yadong do battle in a bantamweight clash at UFC 324 on Saturday, as we give a breakdown.  This three-rounder serves as a critical crossroads for the 135-pound division, especially following Petr Yan’s recent reclamation of the bantamweight title from Merab Dvalishvili at UFC 323.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 24
UFC fighters still waiting for pay increases from new $7.7b media deal

UFC fighters still waiting for pay increases from new $7.7b media deal

Saturday marks a major milestone for UFC as it hosts UFC 324 in Las Vegas, the first event that will stream on Paramount+, marking the end of the pay-per-view era.

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