A lightweight matchup between Michael Johnson and Alexander Hernandez was abruptly cancelled ahead of UFC 324. The cancellation, announced just hours before the event, did not provide a specific reason for the decision.
UFC 324 Event Details
UFC 324 took place on January 24, 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This marked the organization’s first event of the new year.
Featured Fighters
Both Michael Johnson and Alexander Hernandez were notable competitors in the lightweight division. Johnson, at 39 years old, was on a three-fight winning streak. Hernandez, aged 33, was enjoying a four-fight winning streak of his own.
Additional Cancellations
- A bantamweight fight between Cameron Smotherman and Ricky Turcios was also cancelled.
- Smotherman collapsed after stepping off the scale during the official weigh-in.
- A women’s bantamweight title fight between Kayla Harrison and Amanda Nunes was postponed earlier due to Harrison’s neck surgery.
Event Viewing Information
UFC 324 featured an interim championship bout between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. Fans could watch the prelims starting at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT, with the main card commencing at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. Viewers could purchase the event on Sportsnet+.
