The UFC is set to enter a new era in 2026 as it launches its partnership with Paramount+. This exciting collaboration kicks off with UFC 324, featuring high-stakes bouts and a live soundtrack by blink-182.
UFC 324 Main Events
Taking center stage at UFC 324 will be Justin Gaethje, a former interim lightweight champion. He is vying for the title against Paddy Pimblett, who has been making waves in the division.
The co-main event features notable fighter Sean O’Malley. The former bantamweight champion will look to bounce back against emerging star Song Yadong.
Event Details
UFC 324 will be held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The main card is set to begin at 9 p.m. ET, following preliminary bouts starting at 6 p.m. ET.
Event Lineup
The full lineup for UFC 324 is as follows:
- Main Card (Paramount+, 9 p.m. ET):
- Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett – Interim Lightweight Title
- Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong
- Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Derrick Lewis
- Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva
- Preliminary Card (Paramount+, 6 p.m. ET):
- Deiveson Figueiredo vs. Umar Nurmagomedov
- Ateba Gautier vs. Andrey Pulyaev
- Modestas Bukauskas vs. Nikita Krylov
- Charles Johnson vs. Alex Perez
- Alexander Hernandez vs. Michael Johnson
- Denzel Freeman vs. Josh Hokit
- Cameron Smotherman vs. Ricky Turcios
- Adam Fugitt vs. Ty Miller
Cold Open Video
As part of the promotion, the UFC has released a cold open video for UFC 324. The video features blink-182’s hit track “The Rock Show.” It includes highlights of the main card fighters and is narrated by Ron Perlman, a familiar voice in UFC promotions.
This event marks a significant moment for the UFC as it transitions to Paramount+, promising fans a thrilling night of mixed martial arts action.
