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On YouTubeMMA News / EssentiallySports / January 22
UFC 324: Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva Stats and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Weight, Reach, & Rankings
The UFC is adamant about kicking off 2026 with an absolute banger, and UFC 324 fits the bill. While the main event can easily stand on its own, the promotion has stacked the card from the very start, with Arnold Allen and Jean Silva set to open the main card on January 24.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 22
UFC 324: Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Deiveson Figueiredo Stats and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Weight, Reach, and Rankings
UFC 324 doesn’t keep fans waiting, bolting right into action with high-stakes matchups that debut the Paramount era in 2026. While the interim lightweight title fight draws attention, a stacked undercard, featuring Umar Nurmagomedov v.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 22
Dricus Du Plessis Vows Evolution After Title Loss to Khamzat Chimaev
Former UFC middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t running from what happened at UFC 319 he’s studying it. Du Plessis saw his 11-fight winning streak come to a halt in August when Khamzat Chimaev delivered a suffocating five-round performance to claim the middleweight title in Chicago.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 22
Dana White hits back at Justin Gaethje’s claim UFC fighter pay isn’t rising under the Paramount deal
The UFC president has responded to Justin Gaethje’s media day outburst. The former interim lightweight champion has been tasked with kicking off a new era for MMA’s leading promotion, as the UFC’s $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount begins this Saturday.
Song Yadong News / The Body Lock / January 22
Song Yadong Fires Back: ‘Keep Racism Out of MMA’ After O’Malley’s Controversial Stunt 
Sean O’Malley wore a COVID face mask during a December 2025 staredown with Song Yadong, sparking accusations of racism O’Malley apologized at UFC 324 media
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 22
Chandler Won’t Take No for an Answer: McGregor Fight Still His Focus
Dana White confirmed on The Pat McAfee Show that Chandler vs McGregor won’t happen at the UFC White House event on June 14 Chandler says he remains confident
MMA News / The Body Lock / January 22
Umar Nurmagomedov Opens Up About Petr Yan Relationship Before UFC 324
Umar Nurmagomedov clarified he and Petr Yan are “not friends and not enemies” ahead of UFC 324 Nurmagomedov doesn’t expect an immediate title shot after
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 22
Paddy Pimblett lets rip at Dustin Poirier for ‘stupid’ mistake he made ahead of his retirement fight
Paddy Pimblett has very strong views on MMA fighters announcing their retirements ahead of time. Justin Gaethje has been talking about walking away from MMA ahead of his next fight at UFC 324.
Justin Gaethje News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 22
Justin Gaethje DEMOLISHES UFC’s empty promises after $7.7B Paramount deal
Just when the MMA world thought the UFC’s monumental $7.7 billion, seven-year broadcasting agreement with Paramount would herald a new era of fighter prosperity, Justin Gaethje arrived at UFC 324 media day ready to shatter that illusion like one of his signature head kicks.
Umar Nurmagomedov explains Khabib’s comments about his relationship with UFC champion
UFC bantamweight division facing bitter feud between Russians? The UFC bantamweight division could be headed for a showdown between two Russians with some history.
Michael Chandler lines up new rival once Dana White rules out Conor McGregor fight
Will Dana White sign off on this latest Michael Chandler fight? The UFC boss has already pushed back on Chandler’s top target for 2026, with the veteran lightweight still chasing Conor McGregor three years after their matchup was first discussed.
Jon Jones News / Total Pro Sports / January 22
Form Police Nitpick Jon Jones’ Squat as Heavyweight Champ Reps 405 Pounds
Usually, heavy weights are not lifted by the fighters of MMA as lifting heavy weights causes brutall injury to them. For example, Fighter works more on their Cardio as well as Endurance while Preparing to fight.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 22
UFC 324 star Rose Namajunas shaved her head to avoid a ‘beauty pageant’ with Paige VanZant
Many fight fans will have never seen Rose Namajunas without her famous buzz cut. The former two-time UFC strawweight champion has been rocking the same hairstyle for the past 10 years.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / January 22
Dana White Calls Out Legendary UFC Champion He Once Managed for ‘Destroying’ Their Relationship
Dana White has established himself as the no-nonsense CEO of the UFC, and fighters usually avoid getting on his bad side. However, a former champion whom the head honcho once managed was one of the few individuals who never backed away from beefing with White.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 22
Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett blasted as ex-UFC star labels first Paramount main event ‘garbage’
Not everyone is excited about this Saturday’s UFC 324 curtain closer. The UFC’s $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount will begin on January 24 with a numbered event at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 22
UFC 324 – Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis: Preview & Betting Tips
The heavyweight showdown between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Derrick Lewis is one of those matchups that perfectly captures the unpredictability of MMA’s most volatile division.
Valentina Shevchenko News / MMA on SI / January 22
UFC 324 Fight Will Decide Next Challenger for UFC Champion Valentina Shevchenko
It looks like the next title defense for UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion Valentina Shevchenko will officially be decided this weekend at UFC 324. A new
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 22
Nick Diaz highlights issues with Nate Diaz in fiery deleted social media post
Since his return from rehab, many have questioned why Nick Diaz hasn't been spotted with his brother, Nate Diaz. Those concerns may have now been revealed following Nick's fiery social media rant.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 22
Alexander Volkanovski Details the Painful Weight-Cut UFC Fans Never See
Weight cuts are one of the toughest parts of MMA, and many UFC fighters end up changing weight classes because the process is so brutal. Recently, UFC veteran Alexander Volkanovski opened up about how hard it is for him, revealing that he cuts 7–8 kg before every fight.
Justin Gaethje’s latest jaw-dropping UFC income revelation proves Daniel Cormier wrong
Justin Gaethje has called out the UFC’s new broadcast era over fighter pay, claiming that despite the promotion’s massive Paramount+ deal, his income hasn’t increased by one dollar.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 22
Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong prediction, odds, pick for UFC 324
The UFC 324 Co-Main Event is finally here as we bring you a betting prediction and pick for this high-stakes bout in the Bantamweight (135) Division. Former champion No.
Song Yadong News / BoxingNews.com / January 22
Pros Predict Sean O’Malley Vs. Song Yadong – ‘He’s Firing On All Cylinders’
Bantamweight Sean O’Malley takes on Song Yadong in the co-main event of UFC 324 this Saturday, as pros picked their winner. The fight moved up to the co-main event following the postponement of the Kayla Harrison vs.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 21
Dana White provides Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes update
Kayla Harrison's proposed blockbuster clash against Amanda Nunes was cancelled after the champion was forced to have neck surgery, shadowing the future of the division with uncertainty.
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