A. Nunes in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @ufc
The historic UFC 324The event, which marks the beginning of the billion-dollar partnership between UFC and Paramount, finally has its headliners. The event, scheduled for January 24th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, will be headlined by... Justin gaethje x Paddy Pimblett, in a fight for the interim lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg). The night will also feature the highly anticipated return of Amanda nunes, who challenges the champion Kayla harrison for the women's bantamweight title (up to 61,2 kg).
The fans were expecting that Ilia Topuria He was expected to be the star of the night, but after announcing a break from his career due to personal reasons, the Spaniard opened up space for Pimblett and Gaethje, who were waiting for an opportunity for the belt.
Paddy Pimblett reaches the top of the category buoyed by triumphs over Tony Ferguson, King Green e Michael chandler, results that propelled him into the top 5 of the lightweight division. In addition to the victories, the Briton was already one of the most popular figures in the division, especially due to his declared rivalry with Topuria.
Justin gaethje, on the other hand, secured his chance amidst another narrative. Defeated by Charles of the Bronx e Khabib Nurmagomedov In previous title fights, the American stated that he would hang up his gloves if he didn't receive another opportunity.
Amanda Nunes faces Kayla Harrison at UFC 324
businessman of Kayla harrison summon Amanda nunes and reveals a plan for super fights against UFC legends. (Photo: Instagram/UFCEspanol)
In addition to the main fight, the UFC 324 marks the return of Amanda nunesConsidered by many to be the greatest female fighter of all time, the Brazilian returns to the octagon after almost two years of retirement. And the return couldn't be more remarkable: Amanda faces the current champion. Kayla harrison, who won the belt by defeating Julianna Pena No. UFC 316 and was previously his training partner at American Top Team.
More Brazilians at UFC 324
Jean Silva celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC
Another name confirmed on the card is Jean Silva, who is trying to get back on the winning track after losing their unbeaten record to Diego lopes No. Night UFCHe faces the sixth-ranked featherweight, arnold allen.
The event will also feature Deiveson Figueiredo, who returns after winning Montel Jackson at UFC Rio. The Brazilian faces Umar NurmagomedovKhabib's cousin, in a duel that could determine the next challenger for the bantamweight title.
Check out the UFC 324 fight card.
MAIN CARD
Light weight (up to 70,3 kg): Justin gaethje x Paddy Pimblett
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Kayla harrison x Amanda nunes
Bantamweight (up to 61.2 kg): Sean O'Malley x song yadong
Heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg): Waldo Cortes Acosta x Derrick Lewis
Featherweight (up to 65,7 kg): Jean Silva x arnold allen
Bantam weight (up to 61,2 kg): Umar Nurmagomedov x Deiveson Figueiredo
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