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16-year-old Paddy Pimblett tweeted Dana White with guarantee that came true 10 years later
From his debut in the sport of MMA, it almost felt inevitable that one day, Paddy Pimblett would be strapping on the UFC gloves. This coming Saturday in the UFC 324 main event, Paddy Pimblett takes on Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title, in what will be the biggest fight of ‘The Baddy’s’ career thus far.
Song Yadong News / The Body Lock / January 20
Can Sean O’Malley Prove He’s Still Elite Against Song Yadong at UFC 324? 
Sean O’Malley faces Song Yadong in the UFC 324 co-main event Saturday in Las Vegas as a -205 favorite O’Malley is seeking his first win in almost two years
Arman Tsarukyan News / The Body Lock / January 20
Arman Tsarukyan Proposes Grand Prix Tournament to Fix Lightweight Division
Arman Tsarukyan is calling for UFC to bring back the Grand Prix tournament format The proposal targets confusion in the lightweight division’s title contender
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 20
Why Du Plessis’ Coach Says They Were Unprepared for Chimaev’s ‘Lay-and-Pray’ Strategy
Du Plessis coach Morne Visser blames referee Marc Goddard for not standing up the fight during the August UFC 319 loss to Khamzat Chimaev Visser admits
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 20
Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett: Referee and judges named for UFC 324 interim title fight
The first UFC title fight of 2026 takes place this Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ilia Topuria plans to fight again between April and June after taking some time off to deal with personal issues before getting his career back on track.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 20
Kayla Harrison’s Manager Reveals Dana White & Co.’s Role in Saving Her From Paralysis Ahead of UFC 324
Everyone knows Dana White rarely tolerates issues caused by fighters, which leads to fight cancellations. The UFC CEO publicly condemned Arman Tsarukyan last year for withdrawing from his scheduled lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311.
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / January 20
Arman Tsarukyan pushes UFC to bring back long-abandoned format to settle lightweight title picture
The lightweight division will undergo a major change this Saturday night. Some of the sport’s top stars have been weighing in on Justin Gaethje’s clash with Paddy Pimblett that will headline UFC 324 on January 24.
Islam Makhachev, Dustin Poirier and other UFC names make their picks for Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett
Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett headlines the UFC’s first main event of the year, and it’s already attracting plenty of opinions from around the fight world.
Jorge Masvidal’s agent proposes alternative Conor McGregor bout for White House card
Conor McGregor has been linked with a new opponent in recent times regarding the UFC White House event. Michael Chandler has responded to Dana White’s remarks, with the UFC president no longer appearing interested in making that fight happen.
Kayla Harrison News / HITC / January 20
Details emerge on Kayla Harrison’s injury as she shares positive news following surgery
UFC fans were hit with some tough news last week that left many feeling disappointed. Kayla Harrison had to pull out of UFC 324 after picking up an injury that looks set to keep her out for a while.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 20
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s UFC debut was made harder by man Dana White promised fans would never see again
‘The Eagle’ put together one of the most impressive runs in UFC history from 2012 to 2020. Khabib Nurmagomedov is regarded as one of the best MMA fighters of all time, not because he stayed at the top of the sport for a long time.
UFC clarifies after KO king claims he was given banned substance before UFC 324 fight
UFC Senior VP of Athlete Health and Performance Jeff Novitzky has clarified Derrick Lewis’ recent claim about the shape he’s in headed into UFC 324. Following
Conor McGregor News / Dice City Sports / January 20
Conor McGregor Claims UFC Contract Is Void Amid Paramount+ Era
Conor McGregor believes the ground has shifted beneath his feet and that the UFC now owes him a brand-new deal. During a recent livestream playing Roblox
Du Plessis coach hits out at referee after Chimaev fight and makes daring pledge
Dricus Du Plessis’ head coach still has thoughts lingering from his loss to Khamzat Chimaev, even months after the fight. The build-up to UFC 319 was lengthy, and when it finally happened in August, Dricus Du Plessis took a one-sided defeat against Khamzat Chimaev in the main event.
Derrick Lewis News / Dice City Sports / January 20
Derrick Lewis’ 'Best Shape of My Life' Claim Raises Eyebrows Ahead of UFC 324
Derrick Lewis has never been shy with his words, but one recent comment ahead of UFC 324 may have created more noise than intended. The UFC’s all-time leader in knockout victories returns to action this Saturday at UFC 324.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 20
Ben Askren Responds to Nate Diaz Threat as Daniel Cormier Gets Involved: 'I Can’t Let Him Slap You'
“I don’t even think he’s that good, but he has convinced people he’s good at fighting somehow.” Ben Askren didn’t mince words as he opined on Nate Diaz‘s MMA career of 21-13 during a casual talk with Daniel Cormier a few weeks ago.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 20
UFC 324 – Arnold Allen vs Jean Silva: Preview & Betting Tips
The upcoming featherweight matchup between Arnold Allen and Jean Silva is a compelling clash of styles at UFC 324. Allen (20-3) has long been regarded as one of the most technically sound fighters in the UFC’s featherweight division.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 20
Former UFC champion gives Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett prediction
The first UFC event of 2026 is finally just days away and fighters are giving their fight predictions. UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett takes place on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and is headlined by an interim lightweight title bout between former interim champion Justin Gaethje and No.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 20
Dustin Poirier gives his UFC 324 main event prediction
The UFC kicks off their 2026 schedule of events with UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The fight card is headlined by an interim title bout between former interim titleholder Justin Gaethje and No.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 19
Alex Pereira Takes Shot at Jon Jones and the UFC Legend Fires Back
Alex Pereira took a playful but pointed jab at one of MMA’s greatest legends. And Jon Jones wasn’t about to let it slide. Pereira, one of the UFC’s biggest stars and the reigning light heavyweight champion, has gone viral in recent days after revisiting the tire shop in Brazil where he once worked before his meteoric rise in combat sports.
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