Gaethje defeats Pimblett

Justin Gaethje reportedly defeated Paddy Pimblett by decision to capture the interim lightweight title in the UFC 324 main event.

The five-round headliner was portrayed as a nonstop exchange of heavy strikes that ultimately leaned in Gaethje’s favor on the judges’ cards.

The victory reportedly makes Gaethje a two-time interim lightweight champion and puts him on course for a likely matchup with the reigning titleholder.

Pimblett reportedly suffered his first UFC defeat but is expected to remain a notable figure in the division.

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MMA Fighting

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