Paramount+ is now the exclusive home of UFC in the U.S. and Latin America, ending the pay-per-view era for all numbered events and Fight Nights.
The partnership kicks off with UFC 324 on Saturday, January 24, live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with the first event included at no extra cost for all Paramount+ subscribers.
UFC 324 Headlined by Two Championship Fights
UFC 324 brings two big title fights.
Main Event:
Former interim lightweight champ Justin Gaethje faces fan favorite Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett for the interim lightweight title, with the winner expected to fight Ilia Topuria later in the year on Paramount+.
Co-Main Event:
Women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison defends her belt against returning legend and UFC Hall of Famer Amanda Nunes, who steps back into the Octagon for the first time since 2023.
Dana White revealed the card during a Thanksgiving Day segment on CBS and Paramount+.
Start Times and Streaming Details
UFC 324 features new broadcast times:
- Early Prelims: 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT
- Prelims: 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT
- Main Card: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
Every fight streams live on Paramount+.
Fans in Australia will get prelim access for numbered events and all 30 Fight Nights at no additional cost.
Paramount Launches Massive 360° Marketing Push
Paramount is backing the UFC partnership with a full 360° marketing campaign across:
- Paramount+
- CBS
- Cable networks
- Theatrical
- Outdoor
- Digital and social media
A new brand spot—featuring big Paramount franchises—debuted today and will run all weekend across Black Friday, Saturday, and Sunday sports programming. Watch below.
Paramount Chair of Direct-To-Consumer Cindy Holland says the collaboration is designed to make Paramount+ “the definitive home of UFC.”
“Paramount+ and UFC are transforming the mixed martial arts fan experience,” said Holland. “Every division of Paramount is working in concert to ensure maximum visibility and unparalleled accessibility to current and future fans–making Paramount+ the definitive home of UFC.”
Dana White: “A Huge Win for Fans”
Dana White is hyping the card as a stacked lineup with six current and former champions.
He emphasized the historic shift away from pay-per-view, calling the new Paramount+ model “a huge win for fans” and predicting 2026 will be UFC’s best year ever.
“Saturday, January 24th in Las Vegas kicks off this incredible partnership with Paramount,” said White. “I am so excited for UFC fans that our first card has six current and former champions, including the long-awaited return of the greatest female fighter of all time – which is definitely the biggest women’s fight ever. Also, in the main event we have Justin Gaethje versus Paddy Pimblett for the interim lightweight title to see who will face Ilia Topuria later this year on Paramount+. This card is absolutely stacked – every fight is a must-see. This deal is such a huge win for fans with no more pay-per-view. I look forward to 2026 being our best year ever.”
Additional Fights on the UFC 324 Card
UFC 324 is loaded with contenders, former champs, and rising stars:
- Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong – bantamweight showdown with title implications
- Waldo Cortes Acosta vs. Derrick Lewis – heavyweight slugfest
- Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva – featherweight contender bout
- Alexa Grasso vs. Rose Namajunas – former champions meet at flyweight in the featured prelim
- Ateba Gautier vs. Andrey Pulyaev – middleweight matchup featuring two finishers
All bouts are subject to change.
Tickets and VIP Packages
Tickets go on sale Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. PT at AXS.com.
Fans can also purchase UFC VIP Experience packages through On Location, offering premium seats, hospitality, and fighter meet-and-greets at UFCVIP.com.
Watch the teaser:
