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On YouTubeTsarukyan unleashes angry four-word verdict on Gaethje–Pimblett clash at UFC 324
In his latest wave of big fight reveals, Dana White has got plenty of people talking. Fans now know the matchups set to launch the UFC’s new era in Las Vegas on January 24th, marking the start of the organisation’s $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount in 2026.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 28
Dana White Urged to Greenlight Jon Jones Super Fight Despite UFC White House Rejection
A White House fight card should’ve been Jon Jones‘ grand return. Instead, Dana White hit the brakes hard. Apparently, Jones’ retirement announcement in June not only broke fans’ hearts but also sabotaged his fight with Tom Aspinall.
Khamzat Chimaev News / EssentiallySports / November 28
Khamzat Chimaev’s First UFC Middleweight Title Opponent Revealed as Return Timeline Surfaces
Sometimes a division feels like it’s holding its breath, waiting for two forces to collide. That’s the mood surrounding the UFC middleweight landscape right now.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 28
‘Hurt’ Lerone Murphy says Alexander Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2 proves UFC is a popularity contest
Dana White’s 2026 fight announcements have left a couple of contenders less than pleased. The UFC president revealed a slew of big-name fights for the start of 2026 during halftime of the Cowboys vs Chiefs football game on CBS.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 28
Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes collide in UFC 324 co-main event
UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett will be the first UFC broadcast under the new media rights agreement with Paramount and two title fights headlined the event.
Ilia Topuria News / Total Apex Sports / November 28
Ilia Topuria Takes a Break: Is the Lightweight Division on Fire?
Just when you thought the UFC’s lightweight division couldn’t get any more chaotic, the man at the very top decides to take a little vacation. Ilia Topuria, the electrifying two-division champ who’s been leaving a trail of unconscious legends in his wake, has announced he’s stepping away from the octagon for a bit.
Shavkat Rakhmonov News / BoxingNews.com / November 28
Shavkat Rakhmonov On His Return
UFC Welterweight Shavkat Rakhmonov is ready to return to the Octagon after recovering from a knee injury, but has revealed that his desired opponent, Kamaru Usman, previously “turned him down.” Rakhmonov, who holds a 7-0 record in the UFC, last fought in December 2024 when he secured a win over Ian Machado Garry to cement his spot as the No.
Arnold Allen News / BoxingNews.com / November 28
What’s Next For Arnold Allen?
UFC featherweight Arnold Allen will face Jean Silva in his Octagon return at UFC 324, which will be under the first card of the UFC’s new broadcasting deal with Paramount+, with the card to take place on January 24 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 28
Arman Tsarukyan Demands Answers After Paddy Pimblett Trolls Him Over Dana White’s UFC 324 Snub
Arman Tsarukyan believed he had done everything right. He walked into UFC Qatar as the favorite, dismantled Dan Hooker with a second-round submission, and left with a Performance of the Night bonus around his waist.
MMA News / Field Level Media / November 28
Justin Gaethje-Paddy Pimblett fight opens UFC's Paramount+ deal
The UFC will kick off its new partnership with Paramount+ with a bout between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight championship on Jan.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 28
Potential Ronda Rousey MMA Comeback Hyped as Kayla Harrison’s Post-UFC 324 Move Surfaces
Kayla Harrison is living in a moment many fighters spend a lifetime chasing. She’s co-headlining the UFC’s first Paramount-era card on January 24, defending her bantamweight crown against Amanda Nunes, the woman widely regarded as the GOAT of women’s MMA.
Ilia Topuria News / MMA Weekly / November 27
Ilia Topuria taking extended break, interim title created
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria vacated his featherweight title to move up to the 155-pound weight class at UFC 317 last June. He faced former titleholder Charles Oliveira in the fight card's main event and viciously knocked the Brazilian out in the first round to capture the lightweight crown.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 28
Jon Jones Brutally Claps Back at Daniel Cormier as Chechnya ‘Concern’ Sparks Thanksgiving Drama
Jon Jones has the ability to make a lot of noise without throwing a single punch, and this Thanksgiving weekend was no exception. While most of MMA had settled into a quiet Christmas rhythm, Jones’ name resurfaced—not because of a bout announcement, but because of where he chose to spend the holiday and who noticed.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27
Merab Dvalishvili Reveals Biggest Grudge With Umar Nurmagomedov He Can’t Let Go Of
Merab Dvalishvili has moved past most rivalries, such as former Bantamweight Champion Sean O’Malley. But when it comes to Umar Nurmagomedov, things are a lot more personal.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27
Paddy Pimblett Trolls Arman Tsarukyan After Dana White’s UFC 324 Interim Title Snub
Arman Tsarukyan didn’t whisper his frustration, he made it clear with a roar. Fresh off a dominant submission win over Dan Hooker, the Armenian contender made it clear he sees a massive gap between himself and the man now fighting for the interim lightweight title.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27
Ariel Helwani Calls Out Dana White’s Hypocrisy After UFC 324 Announcement Sparks Backlash
The UFC wanted a spectacle to launch its $7.7 billion deal with Paramount, and boss Dana White made sure fans heard about it in the loudest way possible.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27
Max Holloway sends message of support to Ilia Topuria after rival opens up on ‘difficult moment’
Max Holloway responded to his former opponent’s recent social media statement. It was reported on Wednesday that Ilia Topuria wouldn’t be making his return early in 2026 like many fans had hoped for.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 27
2 Title Fights Can’t Save Dana White as Ilia Topuria Cancels UFC 324 Fight
For weeks, UFC 324 was hyped as Paramount’s big swing—the first true pay-per-view event of the new streaming deal, and the card meant to usher in a new era.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / November 27
Kayla Harrison says ‘all my dreams are coming true’ as Amanda Nunes fight is made official
Kayla Harrison couldn’t be happier with how her life and career are going right now. It’s just been announced that she’ll co-headline the first UFC-Paramount event on January 24.
Ilia Topuria News / Dice City Sports / November 27
Ilia Topuria delays title defense, tells UFC to move on without him for now
Ilia Topuria won’t be back in the octagon anytime soon, and it’s not because of injuries, negotiations or matchmaking dram. It’s life outside the cage.
Fans furious as UFC pushes surprise Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes rematch
Alexander Volkanovski’s next opponent hasn’t exactly excited the fanbase. Alexander Volkanovski’s expected next move inside the UFC featherweight division has sparked fierce backlash among fans.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 27
Arman Tsarukyan: 'Ilia Topuria doesn't want to fight me,' and Paddy Pimblett 'sucks'
Arman Tsarukyan showed why he's the top contender in the lightweight division in his one-sided win over Dan Hooker in the UFC Qatar main event last weekend.
Umar Nurmagomedov News / Total Apex Sports / November 27
Who Will Step Up At 135 Pounds? Why Either Sean O’Malley Or Umar Nurmagomedov Could Land A Top 5 Bantamweight Bout At UFC 324
The buzz around UFC 324, reportedly scheduled for January 24, 2026, is heating up. Among the potential showstoppers are top bantamweight matchups. Recent reports suggest that either Sean O’Malley or Umar Nurmagomedov might be booked against a top 5 bantamweight at UFC 324.
MMA News / Yardbarker / November 24
Potential matchups for ranked fighters from UFC Fight Night in Qatar
UFC Fight Night in Qatar was one of the best cards of the year. Nine of the 14 fights on the card ended by a finish. Multiple fights on the card have implications for the next challenger for the title in multiple divisions.
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