Justin Gaethje defeated Paddy Pimblett via unanimous decision at UFC 324 to claim the interim lightweight title for the second time, earning a unanimous decision victory with scorecards of 48–47, 49–46, 49–46 across five rounds. With this win, Gaethje has secured the #1 ranking in the lightweight division and is now positioned as the next challenger to undisputed titleholder Ilia Topuria. The victory marks a significant step forward in the title picture, as Topuria is expected to return to competition later in 2026. Gaethje's interim belt win sets up a highly anticipated matchup between the two top lightweights, with the undisputed title on the line.
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