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Justin Gaethje defeated Paddy Pimblett via unanimous decision in the main event of UFC 324 to claim the interim lightweight belt for the second time. With this victory, Gaethje has secured the #1 ranking in the lightweight division and is now positioned as the next challenger to undisputed titleholder Ilia Topuria. The win marks a significant step forward for Gaethje in his pursuit of another title opportunity, with the promotion expected to book the matchup whenever Topuria is ready to return to competition later in 2026.
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