Paddy Pimblett is planning on having a 2026 for the ages. On Thanksgiving, the UFC announced that Pimblett will take on Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title at UFC 324. This is Pimblett’s first UFC title shot, and “The Baddy” is reveling in continuing to prove his doubters wrong.

UFC 324 features Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett and Amanda Nunes vs Kayla Harrison in a stacked Las Vegas fight card.

The UFC’s first premium event of 2026 will take place at T-Mobile Arena with two title fights and will mark the debut for the shift away from pay-per-view to Paramount+. It will also feature a new main card start time with events moving up an hour to 6 p.