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Two Massive UFC Title Fights Lined Up After First UFC Rankings Update of 2026
The first UFC event of the year is in the books, and that means the promotion’s official rankings have undergone their first update of 2026. It was unfortunately
Ariel Helwani goes off on Max Kellerman for joining Dana White-led Zuffa Boxing
Ariel Helwani openly criticised Max Kellerman’s performance as an analyst during Zuffa Boxing’s debut event. Ariel Helwani questioned the tone and approach taken by Max Kellerman, suggesting it marked a sharp departure from the analyst’s established reputation.
Paddy Pimblett News / EssentiallySports / January 27
Paddy Pimblett Set to Lose Half His UFC 324 Paycheck Amid Hospital Visit and Suspension
Last weekend was one of the biggest occasions in Paddy Pimblett‘s UFC career as he fought Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title. Although he missed out on making the most of the opportunity, Pimblett managed to make approximately $1.5 million through the fight.
Jon Anik News / HITC / January 27
Jon Anik opens up on fallout from blunt UFC criticism and radical suggestion
The UFC’s new era got underway on Saturday night, and the event came with quite a few notable differences from what fans have grown used to. Viewers tuning in to the promotion’s debut broadcast on Paramount+ could not help but notice a steady stream of advertisements.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 27
UFC Veteran Says Promotion Will Protect Paddy Pimblett From Arman Tsarukyan
The MMA community claims that the UFC is favoring Paddy Pimblett. The claims started when he got the chance to fight for the interim lightweight championship against Justin Gaethje at UFC 324.
Justin Gaethje News / EssentiallySports / January 27
Justin Gaethje’s Pay Criticism Backfires After UFC Lightweight Reveals Manager’s Mistake
“I’m not getting $1 more than I would have if this deal didn’t happen.” That’s what Justin Gaethje said when talking about bonuses and fighter pay after the new UFC broadcasting deal.
Song Yadong News / HITC / January 27
Sean O’Malley reflects on missed opportunity against Song Yadong after UFC 324 replay
Sean O’Malley didn’t walk away from UFC 324 completely satisfied. The former bantamweight champion was one of the headline names featured as the promotion kicked off its new era on Paramount+, and he got back into the win column with a split decision over Song Yadong.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 27
UFC Veteran Says Justin Gaethje ‘Saved’ Paddy Pimblett From Ilia Topuria
Fans have ranked Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett as a top 5 brawl fight in the UFC. Both fighters delivered their best performances of their careers, but Pimblett fell short, losing via decision.
Diego Lopes pinpoints key mistake in loss to Alexander Volkanovski ahead of UFC 325
Diego Lopes is determined not to repeat the same mistake he made before his first UFC title shot. The Mexican favourite squared off against Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight belt last April, but fell short in a clear decision loss, despite scoring a knockdown.
Michael Bisping says what many thought about Paddy Pimblett’s fight style at UFC 324
Every bit of criticism aimed at Paddy Pimblett’s fighting style was evident during UFC 324. He faced a major step up in competition when he took on Justin Gaethje in the main event, with the interim lightweight title up for grabs.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 27
Conor McGregor’s comeback date is back in doubt as ‘tricky’ details emerge about UFC White House
The UFC may choose to have Conor McGregor return elsewhere. MMA’s biggest superstar has not competed since 2021, when McGregor broke his leg against Dustin Poirier in their trilogy fight at UFC 264.
Former UFC double champion says Justin Gaethje’s legacy is ‘100%’ stronger than Dustin Poirier’s
Justin Gaethje’s win over Paddy Pimblett wasn’t without criticism following a title fight that turned into a brawl on multiple occasions. Gaethje picked up his 26th professional win with another standout performance in the UFC, and he may have just set up his next big moment.
Paddy Pimblett News / EssentiallySports / January 27
Sean O’Malley Reveals Bad Habit That Affected Paddy Pimblett’s Cardio at UFC 324
Some nights crown champions; others expose the gap. And for Paddy Pimblett, the latter applied at UFC 324. Unfortunately for the Scouser, he couldn’t maintain his undefeated streak in the UFC.
Conor McGregor heaps praise on Telegram founder after NFT backlash involving Nurmagomedov
Just weeks after calling out Khabib Nurmagomedov over an NFT project, Conor McGregor has turned his attention to Telegram founder Pavel Durov – but this time it’s all positive.
Alex Perez News / HITC / January 27
Days after UFC 324 win, Alex Perez gives insight into contract negotiations
Alex Perez says he is confident of earning a new UFC contract after his stoppage win over Charles Johnson at UFC 324. Alex Perez spoke about how the result strengthened his belief that he has done enough to remain part of the promotion.
MMA News / Total Pro Sports / January 27
Arman Tsarukyan Apologizes to Dana White While Pushing for UFC Title Shot
Despite Arman Tsarukyan winning the Dan Hooker fight, which Dana White called a title eliminator, he still looked past for the UFC 324 interim title fight.
MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 27
Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje Tipped to Be UFC White House Headliner Amid Conor McGregor, Jon Jones Uncertainty
Building the UFC’s White House card was always going to be complicated. But as the dust settles from UFC 324, one matchup is starting to feel less like speculation and more like inevitability: Ilia Topuria vs.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 27
Makhachev And Usman’s Viral Face-Off
Islam Makhachev and Kamaru Usman stared down at UFC 324, as a future fight could follow. The exchange was presided over by Khabib Nurmagomedov, who playfully acted as a mediator, telling both men to “be nice” as they stared each other down with grins.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 26
Dustin Poirier teases return from retirement for Justin Gaethje trilogy
Dustin Poirier is beginning to get itchy feet since his retirement from combat sports. 'The Diamond' carved out a memorable career for himself and was happy to walk away from fighting, win or lose, against Max Holloway at UFC 318.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / January 26
Edmen Shahbazyan looks to extend streak against 'Iron Turtle' Jun Yong Park at UFC Vegas 115
Rising middleweight contender Edmen Shahbazyan will aim to keep his hot streak alive when he squares off against Jun Yong Park in a pivotal 185-pound matchup at UFC Vegas 115 on April 4, 2026, at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas.
MMA News / Yardbarker / January 26
Potential matchups for UFC 324 main card winners
Here are some potential next fights for the winners on the main card.
Ilia Topuria News / MMA on SI / January 26
UFC Legend Believes UFC Champion Ilia Topuria is on Track to Become MMA's GOAT
UFC Hall of Famer Georges St-Pierre recently delivered some seriously high praise for undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria. Although Topuria
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / January 26
UFC 325 – Quillan Salkilld vs Jamie Mullarkey: Preview & Betting Tips
The lightweight matchup between Quillan Salkilld and Jamie Mullarkey is set to kick off the UFC 325 main card this weekend. Salkilld (10-1) enters the contest as a fighter many see as a developing talent with plenty of room to grow.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 26
Israel Adesanya compares UFC 324 main event to Forrest Griffin vs. Stephan Bonnar
The first UFC event under the fight promotion's new media rights agreement with Paramount is in the books. UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett took place on
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