In a surprising turn of events, the highly anticipated UFC 324 co-main event has undergone a significant change. Kayla Harrison, the reigning champion, has been forced to withdraw from her title defense against Amanda Nunes, originally scheduled for January 24, 2026. Harrison’s withdrawal comes after she underwent emergency surgery on January 13, 2026, to address herniated discs in her neck. While the bout has not been officially canceled, reports suggest that Harrison may be sidelined for at least six months, with the UFC aiming to reschedule the fight for later in the year.
The vacant co-main event slot has been filled by a bantamweight showdown between former champion Sean O’Malley and Song Yadong. Additionally, the women’s flyweight bout between Rose Namajunas and Natalia Silva, who is stepping in for an injured Alexa Grasso, has been promoted from the prelims to the main card.
As the UFC plans to wait for Harrison’s return, two notable fighters have publicly expressed their willingness to face Nunes on short notice. Norma Dumont and boxing champion Amanda Serrano, who boasts an impressive record of 2-0-1, have both offered to step into the octagon against Nunes.
The updated UFC 324 main card, set to take place on January 24, 2026, on Paramount+, features the following matchups:
- Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett – Lightweight (Interim Title) Main Event
- Sean O’Malley vs. Song Yadong – Bantamweight New Co-Main
- Derrick Lewis vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta – Heavyweight Main Card
- Rose Namajunas vs. Natalia Silva – Women’s Flyweight Main Card
- Arnold Allen vs. Jean Silva – Featherweight Main Card
The MMA community eagerly awaits further updates on Harrison’s recovery and the potential matchup between Nunes and one of her eager challengers. Stay tuned for more developments as the story unfolds.
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