The first UFC numbered event on Paramount+ delivered the largest exclusive live event broadcast in platform history

Heavyweight prospect Josh Hokit delivered a statement performance at UFC 324 last weekend (Sat., Jan. 24, 2026), steamrolling fellow wrestler Denzel Freeman and stopping him with just one second left in the opening round inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas,

Ateba Gautier shared an apology with fans after he wasn't able to find another highlight-reel knockout during his UFC 324 fight with Andrey Pulyaev.

According to the streaming service, UFC 324 delivered nearly five million streaming views, with the live average minute audience reaching 4.96 million viewers. Paramount+ stated in a release that it "has streamed thousands of exclusive live events since its launch – this was its largest."

The Highlight' delivered yet another classic fight in taking the unanimous decision on Saturday night in Las Vegas

During UFC 324 on Saturday, fans were concerned after a video surfaced online of referee Mark Smith being helped backstage after working a fight earlier in the night.

Ty Miller was the first fight, first win, first knockout – a buzzer-beater, no less – and then first bonus in the UFC's Paramount era.

The UFC's huge start to 2026 continues in Australia with the spotlight firmly on Alexander Volkanovski. Here's all the info for UK