Dana White expects Joshua Van title defense before UFC 323 rematch, sportsbooks open bets on first opponent

The National Football Foundation held its 67th Annual Awards Dinner in Las Vegas on Tuesday, announcing the induction of Urban Meyer, Michael Strahan, and Michael Vick into the College Football Hall of Fame for 2025. This event celebrates the achievements of these prominent figures in college football, highlighting their contributions to the sport.

Paddy Pimblett, ranked No. 5 in the Lightweight division, has declared his intention to knock out former interim champion Justin Gaethje at UFC 324, scheduled for January 24, 2026, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Pimblett's confidence comes despite his limited experience in the octagon, having only two knockout victories in his career thus far.

The Miami Heat faced a disappointing 117-108 loss to the Orlando Magic, marking their fourth consecutive defeat and eliminating them from contention for the NBA Cup, which would have included a trip to Las Vegas for the final rounds. The game began with the Heat taking a commanding 15-0 lead, but they ultimately faltered, unable to maintain their momentum against the Magic.

Former UFC Strawweight champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk addressed a confrontation with Jamahal Hill at UFC 323, where Hill allegedly threatened her backstage. In her statement, she expressed gratitude towards UFC security for their intervention and maintained that she did not provoke the incident.

Geno Smith, quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders, left the game against the Denver Broncos early due to apparent hand and shoulder injuries, contributing to the team's 24-17 loss, which brought their season record to 11-2 for the Broncos.

Alexandre Pantoja, the UFC flyweight champion, suffered a left elbow injury that halted his fight against Joshua Van during UFC 323 in Las Vegas. This injury has raised concerns regarding Pantoja's health and future performance in the octagon.