During the broadcast break, UFC President Dana White shared important news about upcoming fights scheduled for the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026.
Armenian MMA fans are particularly upset, as Arman Tsarukyan, who holds the top spot in the UFC lightweight rankings, was not included among the title fight contenders, despite being considered a leading candidate for a long time.
Here are the key announced matchups:
Justin Gaethje will face Paddy Pimblett in a title fight for the interim lightweight belt (UFC 324). The winner of this bout will fight Ilia Topuria for the full title.
Kaiya Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes — UFC 324, January 24
Sean O'Malley will battle Song Yadong — UFC 324, January 24
Cortez Acosta will meet Lewis — UFC 324, January 24
Arnold Allen will fight Jean Silva — UFC 324, January 24
Umar Nurmagomedov vs. Davin Figueiredo — UFC 324, January 24
Atiba Gauthier will face Andrey Pulyaev — UFC 324, January 24
Alexander Volkanovski will clash with Diego Lopez — UFC 325, January 31
This broadcast by Dana White attracted attention from fans around the world, and the UFC President confirmed the schedule of significant bouts for the upcoming months.
