Paramount and UFC at this time introduced that versatile CBS Sports activities broadcaster Kate Scott will be a part of UFC’s broadcast workforce for UFC 324, the promotion’s historic first occasion on Paramount+ on Saturday, January 24. Scott will host the printed alongside former champions Michael Bisping, Dominick Cruz and Chris Weidman from the host desk at T-Cell Enviornment in Las Vegas. Calling the reside motion on the Octagon™ might be UFC mainstays Jon Anik, Joe Rogan and former UFC heavyweight and light-weight heavyweight champion and Corridor of Famer Daniel Cormier with veteran reporter Megan Olivi, coach Din Thomas and in-Octagon announcer Bruce Buffer.
This star-studded lineup will lead viewers via UFC 324: GAETHJE vs PIMBLETT, a historic milestone occasion whereby, for the primary time in historical past, viewers within the U.S. and Latin America will take pleasure in this and all marquee numbered occasions solely on Paramount+, with no pay-per-view cost.
Scott might be making her first UFC broadcast look on a stacked occasion headlined by the interim UFC light-weight championship Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett. She brings a wealth of expertise internet hosting protection of main worldwide sporting occasions the world over together with World Cups and world championship fights on Fox Sports activities, DAZN and SHOWTIME within the U.S., and Sky Sports activities within the UK and Germany. At present internet hosting CBS Sports activities’ internationally acclaimed UEFA Champions League protection, Scott has lived and labored throughout Europe, and is fluent in 4 languages (English, Spanish, German, French).
The remainder of the printed workforce:
Jon Anik leads play-by-play commentary for the UFC broadcast workforce and is the first voice for numbered occasions. Identified for his polished supply and meticulous prep and analysis, Anik joined the UFC in January of 2012.
Joe Rogan is a longtime shade commentator and analyst for the UFC, making his first look at UFC 12 in 1997. Rogan brings with him in depth technical perception, serving to translate intricate grappling exchanges, in addition to big-moment vitality for can’t-miss highlights.
Daniel Cormier made his first UFC shade commentary look in 2016 and has been an everyday a part of the printed workforce since 2020 when he retired from competitors. A former two-division champion, Cormier’s elite-level breakdowns and fighter-first perspective are a useful addition to the crew.
Veteran reporter Megan Olivi supplies fighter interviews, options and reside reporting throughout occasions, a task she has had since 2013. Identified for her professionalism, Olivi is liked by followers and hosts a number of extra UFC-related reveals.
Former UFC athlete Din Thomas serves because the extremely revered coach throughout broadcasts, providing extra views on athlete gameplans and method breakdowns all through the occasion.Bruce Buffer is the legendary voice of the UFC. Well-known for his signature “It’s time!” catchphrase and high-energy introductions, Buffer has been plying his craft on UFC broadcasts since 1996.
Paramount+ may even carry protection of the official and ceremonial weigh-ins on Friday, Jan 23. UFC 324: GAETHJE vs PIMBLETT official weigh-ins will air reside starting at 11:50 a.m. ET/8:50 a.m. PT whereas the ceremonial weigh-ins will air starting at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. The morning weigh-in present for the official weigh-ins may even run on UFC’s YouTube channel, hosted by Dan Hellie, Laura Sanko, Cormier, and Weidman.
