Don't miss out! UFC 324 marks a significant transition as it debuts a new start time in the Paramount+ era.
Jesse Holland, a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in the combat sports journalism field, has been dedicated to covering mixed martial arts (MMA), professional wrestling, and boxing since early 2004, making him one of the longest-serving professionals in this dynamic arena.
In a notable shift, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has recently transitioned its broadcasting from ESPN pay-per-view (PPV) to Paramount+—and occasionally CBS. However, this move isn't merely about changing networks; there are several exciting updates leading up to the highly anticipated UFC 324 event, scheduled for Saturday night, January 24, 2026, at the iconic T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
One of the most important changes is the new start time for events, which is now set for 9 p.m. Eastern Time. This adjustment applies not only to numbered events but also to “Fight Night” cards, impacting the preliminary bouts' start times as well. Depending on the line-up, these preliminary fights will begin between 5 p.m. ET and 6 p.m. ET. For those wanting precise details regarding specific start times for each fight card, be sure to check our UFC schedules page—rest assured, the main card will consistently kick off at 9 p.m. ET.
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Dana White, the UFC president, expressed his excitement about this new partnership, stating, "You’re going to start to see us popping up in more places in entertainment and stuff like that. Paramount and CBS are so fired up about being in business with us, which is what I love. People talk about the money, but I never look at the money or any of that s**t. We’re going to end up with money no matter where we end up. I look at how enthusiastic the Paramount and CBS people are to have the UFC.”
For the finalized lineup of UFC 324 and further information regarding Paramount+, you can find all the details here.
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