UFC 324: A Mixed Bag for MMA Fans

Main Event: Gaethje vs. Pimblett for Interim Lightweight Title

The main event of UFC 324 features Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett battling for the interim lightweight title. While it's an exciting matchup, it's not the undisputed championship.

The Card's Highs and Lows

Strengths

• Ranked fighters and potential future title contenders.
• Solid undercard with high-stakes matchups.

Weaknesses

• Lacks a big-name draw—Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes was scrapped.
• Not the strongest January card in UFC history, but holds its own.

Past January Events Comparison

• Not the best, but not the worst either.
• Some fans argue it's one of the better January cards in recent years.

Main Event Winners: What's Next?

• Winners won't be top dog—Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev remain in the mix.
• Opportunity for Gaethje and Pimblett to make a statement.

Undercard Highlights

Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva

• Wildcard fight—anything can happen here.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs. Derrick Lewis

• Heavyweight showdown that could shake up the division.

Sean O'Malley vs. Song Yadong

• O'Malley, a fan favorite, faces rising star Song Yadong.
• Big break opportunity for Yadong.

Final Verdict

• Not a dud, but a mixed bag—some great fights, some missed opportunities.
• That's MMA for you!