Who is favored to win the interim lightweight title at UFC 324?

Paddy Pimblett is the odds-on favorite to defeat Justin Gaethje and claim the interim lightweight belt at UFC 324.

What are Charles Oliveira's plans after his next fight?

Charles Oliveira's camp plans for him to challenge the winner of the Gaethje vs. Pimblett interim title fight if he defeats Max Holloway.

Is Ilia Topuria expected to defend his title soon?

Ilia Topuria's return for a title defense is uncertain due to personal issues, though he had previously suggested a return between April and June.

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Pimblett Favored Over Gaethje for Interim Title

25 Jan

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Summary

Paddy Pimblett is favored to win the interim lightweight title at UFC 324.
Charles Oliveira aims for a title shot against the winner of Gaethje vs. Pimblett.
Ilia Topuria's return for a title defense is currently uncertain due to personal issues.

Pimblett Favored Over Gaethje for Interim Title

Paddy Pimblett is the odds-on favorite to defeat Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 this Saturday in Las Vegas, aiming to claim the interim lightweight belt. The winner is slated to potentially face Charles Oliveira, whose team is actively planning his next move. Oliveira's coach, Diego Lima, expressed that a victory over Max Holloway on March 7 would position Oliveira for a title shot against the winner of the interim championship bout.

However, the path to a title unification is complicated by Ilia Topuria's uncertain return. Topuria, the current lightweight champion, had recently suggested a return between April and June, but personal issues may delay his defense. Lima indicated that Oliveira's team respects Topuria and hopes he resolves his issues before returning to fight at his full potential.