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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.

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Paddy Pimblett Details Overcoming Depression When Two Losses Sabotaged His UFC Debut

In the UFC, Paddy Pimblett has emerged as a superstar thanks to his brash personality and nonstop talking. Backing up his words, the Liverpudlian has also delivered some masterclass performances inside the Octagon and now finds himself fighting for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.

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.

MMA News / MMA on SI / January 23

UFC 324 Morning Weigh-In Show Live Stream & Results for Gaethje vs. Pimblett

UFC 324 is set to go down tomorrow (January 24) and today 26 fighters will step on the scale in Las Vegas, NV to weigh-in for the event. The card’s headlining

MMA News / HITC / January 23

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.

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 / EssentiallySports / January 23

UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett Main Card Staff Picks and Predictions

UFC returns to our screens after six weeks with a banger of a main card. The promotion’s first event with Paramount + sees the interim lightweight title

MMA News / HITC / January 23

Paddy Pimblett calls out Ilia Topuria as UFC 324 stakes rise

The opening title fight of 2026 is expected to lay the groundwork for an even bigger event later in the year. There has been some debate around Justin Gaethje’s matchup with Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight belt, scheduled for this Saturday night in Las Vegas.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 23

MMA Roundup: Dana White Responds to Gaethje, McGregor–Chandler Decision Revealed & Strickland Betrays Best Friend

On December 31, 2025, UFC’s TV deal with ESPN finally came to an end! While that relationship ended, UFC entered its Paramount era—a partnership worth a whopping $7.7 billion.

MMA News / HITC / January 23

Dana White shuts down Arman Tsarukyan UFC 324 rumors with hilarious GIF on Instagram

Dana White had no time for a fake viral rumor that Arman Tsarukyan was on stand-by for UFC 324. With UFC 324 just days away, there is a lot of anticipation about the event.

Dana White News / EssentiallySports / January 23

Dana White Gives Awkward Answer on Fighter Bonuses as UFC Enters Paramount Era

As the final presser for UFC 324 unfolded at T-Mobile Arena, the event took a humorous turn when Derrick Lewis, who faces Waldo Cortes-Acosta on the main card, shouted, “$324,000.” The heavyweight contender’s offhand remark, which had the room laughing and cheering, followed Dana White’s moment of confusion.

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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.

MMA News / Field Level Media / January 23

Paddy Pimblett sizes up Justin Gaethje as UFC comes to Paramount

LAS VEGAS -- Dana White and the UFC begin a new era on Saturday night. Rising star Paddy Pimblett and former interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje will headline UFC 324 in what marks the company's first numbered card since the highly publicized seven-year, $7.7 billion broadcast deal with Paramount became official on Jan.

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.

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.