UFC Launches Exciting Paramount Partnership with Thrilling 2026 Season Opener Fight
The UFC is gearing up for an exciting 2026 season opener as it officially partners with Paramount. The promotion’s first event with this new collaboration is scheduled for January 24, 2026, in Las Vegas. This marks a significant moment as the UFC transitions into its Paramount era.
Upcoming Event Details
The eagerly anticipated fight will feature light heavyweights Nikita Krylov and Modestas Bukauskas. This matchup promises excitement, given both fighters’ recent performances.
Nikita Krylov: Aiming for Redemption
- Krylov is currently ranked #13 in the light heavyweight division.
- He has a UFC record of 6-3 from 2013 to 2016.
- After a successful stint in Europe, Krylov returned to the UFC, where he alternated wins and losses.
- Currently, he is on a two-fight losing streak after being knocked out by Dominick Reyes and Bogdan Guskov.
Modestas Bukauskas: Climbing the Rankings
- Bukauskas is also in his second stint with the UFC.
- His initial run saw him with a 1-3 record, bouncing back in 2022 with a light heavyweight title in Cage Warriors.
- After his return to the UFC, he secured victories over Tyson Pedro and Zac Pauga, however, lost to Vitor Petrino.
- Currently, Bukauskas is on a four-fight winning streak, with three finishes.
Event Expectations
The Bukauskas vs. Krylov fight is expected to deliver an intense showdown. Both fighters have powerful striking abilities, and fans anticipate that this bout will result in a definitive finish.
The UFC has already filed for an event permit at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for this thrilling matchup, adding to the excitement surrounding the upcoming season.
As the UFC prepares for its partnership with Paramount and the 2026 season opener, fight enthusiasts are eager for more news and updates. This collaboration could lead to new opportunities within the UFC landscape.
