In 2026, when UFC comes to Paramount+, the stakes may be high for those who weigh 135 pounds.
While the promotion still has one final pay-per-view this year before adopting a new model as part of the UFC’s new $7.7 billion broadcast deal, many have already been discussing the first big card of the new year.
UFC 324, which takes place on January 24, will be one of the earliest, and possibly even the first, events in the Paramount Era. Some huge fights are already being reported as in the works, including Kayla Harrison’s title defense against Amanda Nunes, and a featherweight bout between Arnold Allen and Jean Silva.
Which two bantamweights will join them?
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Merab Dvalishvili’s last seven wins: Cory Sandhagen Sean O’Malley Umar Nurmagomedov Sean O’Malley Henry Cejudo Petr Yan Jose AldoOne of the most elite resumes in UFC history #UFC320 pic.twitter.com/xdLN2kYrVM— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) October 5, 2025
Song Yadong seemingly reveals he is fighting Sean O’Malley or Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 324
Song Yadong, ranked No. The No.
In a post on Douyin, the Chinese version of Tiktok, Song revealed he will be competing at UFC 324 against either Sean O’Malley or Umar Nurmagomedov. Chris Presnell is a combat sports journalist who specializes Chinese MMA. He shared the post on X.
‘The Kung Fu Kid’ has not fought since UFC Seattle this past February. Song defeated Henry Cejudo by technical decision, after the veteran American was unable continue due to an eye poke during the third round.
After Nurmagomedov’s win over Mario Bautista in October, he hinted at potentially looking to secure a second shot at Merab Dvalishvili’s bantamweight…
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