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On YouTubeDana White pushes back on Justin Gaethje’s take on UFC fighter pay after Paramount deal
UFC president Dana White has hit back at Justin Gaethje’s comments about the promotion’s new deal with Paramount. The former interim lightweight champion is set to headline the first event under the UFC’s new $7.7 billion broadcast deal, kicking off a fresh chapter for the sport this Saturday.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 23
Carlos Prates Claims Islam Makhachev Will Face Undefeated KO Artist Next, Not Kamaru Usman
The UFC welterweight division has had fans buzzing since last November, when Islam Makhachev snagged the title. He took down Jack Della Maddalena in the blockbuster UFC 322 main event, becoming one of the rare fighters to hold two belts and instantly shaking up the division.
Paddy Pimblett News / Athlon Sports / January 23
Paddy Pimblett Says No to a White House Fight—Here’s Why
After a brief hiatus, the UFC is officially back—and the return doesn’t waste time. UFC 324 also serves as the first card under the promotion’s new broadcast partnership with Paramount+, giving the event added significance beyond the matchups themselves.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 23
Alex Pereira spars with Dutch model after short-lived romance with UFC star Tracy Cortez
Alex Pereira continues to have fun while he waits for his next UFC fight date. The light heavyweight king hasn’t fought since winning back his belt at UFC 320 in October.
Why Paddy Pimblett has ruled himself out of the UFC White House event
Paddy Pimblett is not interested in fighting at the UFC’s upcoming White House event, despite the huge attention it is getting in the combat sports world.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 23
Dana White Laughs Off Fake Post Claiming Arman Tsarukyan Will Replace Justin Gaethje at UFC 324
In the internet age, easy access to information also fuels the rapid spread of fake news. Earlier, reports claimed Justin Gaethje had a staph infection on his neck, but his team dismissed them.
Dana White reunites Stephen A. Smith’s former First Take hosts as part of Zuffa Boxing team
Dana White has brought together two familiar faces from ESPN’s First Take, with Molly Qerim and Max Kellerman joining the on-air team for Zuffa Boxing.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 23
Paddy Pimblett assesses his chances vs Islam Makhachev at welterweight: ‘Everyone has a weakness…’
Paddy Pimblett’s title ambitions go way beyond what he could achieve at UFC 324. ‘The Baddy’ has his first opportunity to have UFC gold wrapped around his waist this Saturday, as he headlines the promotion’s debut event on Paramount+.
Alexander Volkanovski News / Total Pro Sports / January 23
Alexander Volkanovski Admits Overcoming Knockout Losses Meant More Than A Title Run
There is no doubt that overcoming any setback means a lot to anyone in life. But when it comes to athletes, it is even more special, as millions see them fail badly.
Dana White News / EssentiallySports / January 23
Max Holloway 'Cannot Believe' Dana White Put a former champ and ex-title challenger on the UFC 324 prelims
Each passing day, UFC 324 appears to be drifting deeper into controversy. Booking decisions are now being questioned both inside and outside the sport.
MMA News / MyMMANews.com / January 23
UFC 324 weigh-in results and video – Gaethje vs. Pimblett
On Friday, fighters will weigh in for the first UFC card of 2026, UFC 324. Not only is Saturday night’s event the first of the calendar year, but it also marks the first event on the promotion’s new broadcast home, Paramount+.
Song Yadong News / HITC / January 23
Song Yadong responds to ‘racism’ question after Sean O’Malley apology before UFC 324
Sean O’Malley might find Song Yadong has a bit more drive than usual when they meet in the Octagon. The UFC returns to Las Vegas for UFC 324 this Saturday, ending a break that has felt longer than it actually was.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 23
UFC 324 – Sean O’Malley vs Song Yadong: Preview & Betting Tips
The highly anticipated bantamweight matchup between Sean O’Malley and Song Yadong is a fight that has everyone intrigued at UFC 324. O’Malley (18-3, 1 NC) enters the fight as one of the most recognisable figures in the division.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 23
Alex Pereira Sparks New Dating Rumors Days After Tracy Cortez Breakup: 'He’s Pulling More Than Gold'
Alex Pereira isn’t just racking up wins inside the Octagon—if fans are to be believed, he’s been collecting Ws outside it as well. The Brazilian kickboxing star went public with a romance with fellow UFC fighter Tracy Cortez on the first day of 2026, but the relationship lasted shorter than some of his fights.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 23
Israel Adesanya breaks down the UFC 324 main event interim title fight
The first UFC event of 2026, UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett, is upon us after a six week void. The fight card is headlined by an interim lightweight title fight between former interim champion Justin Gaethje and No.
Michael Bisping News / MMA Weekly / January 23
Michael Bisping weighs in on UFC 324 main event with his pick
It's been six weeks since the last UFC event but the wait finally over. UFC 324, the first UFC event of 2026, takes place on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / January 23
EA UFC 6: Recent Update Sheds Light on Upcoming Reveal
There’s a special kind of joy that comes from landing a perfectly timed heel kick in the final seconds of a round. The controller vibrates, the crowd noise spikes, and somewhere on the other end of the screen, a digital opponent crumples in slow motion.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 22
Justin Gaethje sounds off on fighter pay ahead of UFC 324: 'It’s not right'
LAS VEGAS — Justin Gaethje has never been afraid of violence inside the Octagon. This week, he showed he’s also unafraid of a topic many UFC fighters tiptoe around: money.
Derrick Lewis News / Dice City Sports / January 22
Derrick Lewis: 'He Should’ve Had No Business in the Cage With Me'
LAS VEGAS — Derrick Lewis has never needed external motivation, but if he did, the sportsbooks may have just provided it. Entering his heavyweight clash with Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324.
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 / 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.
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