Justin Gaethje headlines UFC 324 against Paddy Pimblett for an interim lightweight title. The 37-year-old veteran claims he's the UFC's most exciting fighter, a belief shared by fans and peers. He's earned a performance bonus in all 14 of his UFC bouts, a record he shares with Dustin Poirier and Edson Barboza.

This matchup gained prominence after the UFC 324 co-main event, a Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes title fight, was canceled. Gaethje's aggressive style has defined the lightweight division for a decade, with wins over former champions like Charles Oliveira and Tony Ferguson. A victory could tie him for the most 'Fight of the Night' bonuses in UFC history.

Pimblett, a rising star from Liverpool, acknowledges Gaethje's legacy, calling him his favorite fighter. For Gaethje, this could be a career crossroads; he's stated he'll retire if knocked out again, following his 2024 loss to Max Holloway. A win solidifies his status, while a loss could end a legendary, all-action career.