Without Amanda Nunes, Meet the Brazilians Who Will Be in Action at UFC 324

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Jean Silva in victory at UFC Seattle (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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Although Amanda Nunes ' duel was cancelled , UFC 324, scheduled for next Saturday (24), still has a strong Brazilian presence in the event that officially opens the 2026 calendar of the world's largest MMA organization. On the main card, Natália Silva and Jean Silva will be in action in decisive fights for the future of their respective categories, while Deiveson Figueiredo seeks a new chance to fight for the belt on the preliminary card.

In addition to the Brazilian representatives, UFC 324 features a major international attraction: Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje headline the night's main event, a fight for the undisputed lightweight title (up to 70,3kg).

Natalia Silva faces former champion in decisive duel at UFC 324

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Natalia Silva in victory at UFC Las Vegas 97 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

Even though she is already, at least in theory, the next challenger for the women's flyweight title (up to 56,7kg), Natália Silva is determined to step into the octagon once more to solidify her status as a contender for the belt. To do so, the Brazilian will face former champion Rose Namajunas , who is trying to re-establish herself at the top of the division.

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Pablo Sucupira accompanies Jean Silva as he enters the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/Fighting Nerds

Jean Silva reinforces his confidence in Pablo Sucupira in the duel against GSP's former coach at UFC 324.

Undefeated in the UFC, with seven wins in seven fights, 28-year-old Natália Silva has a professional record of 19 wins and only five losses, 12 of which were by stoppage. On the other side, 33-year-old Namajunas has 14 wins and seven losses in his career.

Jean Silva enters the fight seeking redemption at UFC 324.

Jean Silva celebrates victory in the UFC.

Jean Silva celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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After captivating the MMA world with three knockouts and one submission since his UFC debut, Jean Silva saw his rise come to an end when he suffered a brutal knockout against Diego Lopes at Noche UFC in September 2025. At the time, the Brazilian took responsibility for the defeat, admitting that he hadn't followed his coaches' instructions and had tried to finish the fight with a stand-up exchange, a mistake he says he doesn't intend to repeat.

Now, 'Lord' will face Briton Arnold Allen in the opening fight of the main card. If he wins, in addition to redemption, Jean Silva could move closer to a title shot, as he is ranked tenth in the division, while his opponent is sixth.

Deiveson Figueiredo faces Khabib's cousin in pursuit of another title at UFC 324.

Deiveson Figueiredo defeats Marlon Vera at UFC Abu Dhabi . Photo: Twitter/UFC News

Considered the underdog by odds of almost 10 to 1 in betting houses, Deiveson Figueiredo enters the octagon determined to get closer to winning his second UFC belt. Regarded as one of the greatest champions in flyweight history (up to 56,7kg), the Paraense fighter could establish himself as the number one contender for the bantamweight title (up to 61,2kg), currently held by Petr Yan.

To keep his gold medal dream alive, however, Deiveson will need to overcome Umar Nurmagomedov , Khabib's cousin, who comes into the fight with an impressive record of 19 wins and only one loss.