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Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will face off at UFC 324, with the interim lightweight division belt at stake. Dana White also gave an update on Ilia Topuria’s hiatus.
A few minutes ago, in a special broadcast, Dana White revealed the lineups that will take place at the UFC‘s first major numbered gala in 2026. On January 24 at UFC 324 there will be a very interesting clash in the lightweight category.
Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will meet in the octagon in a five-round bout, at stake for the interim UFC belt in the up to 70 kilogram division. This juxtaposition will occur due to Ilia Topuria ‘s problems in his private life. The champion said he wants to focus on his children in the coming months.
Justin Gaethje has been at the top of the lightweight division rankings for a long time. The experienced American has defeated Dustin Poirier, Rafael Fiziev, Michael Chandler and many other strong fighters, among others. The fighter, who recently celebrated his 37th birthday, has been openly saying for many months that he is only interested in trophy fights.
Paddy Pimblett has broken through into the ranks of top lightweight fighters. Famous for his cutting tongue, the Englishman has seven straight wins in the UFC octagon. Baddy’s last two rivals were dismissed before time.
The winner of the Gaethje vs Pimblett fight will face Ilia Topuria in a championship belt unification bout in the middle of next year.
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