The first major MMA card of 2026 is a big one, as the UFC kicks off its Paramount era this Saturday! To help break it down we bring on co-main event favorite and former Bantamweight king Sean O’Malley. Sean talks about his mindset coming off two losses last year, and the most recent shakeup at the top of the division. Plus, he reveals his keys to victory against Song Yadong, and his goals for the rest of this year and beyond. #NBCSports #UFC #UFC324 #SeanO’Malley #PetrYan #MerabDvalishvili #SongYadong
Chapters:
(0:00) Hello and welcome!
(0:23) – How O’Malley is feeling coming off 2025 and past two losses
(1:00) – Thoughts on big shakeup in 135 with Yan defeating Merab
(1:47) – Discussing potential rematch with Yan for Bantamweight crown
(2:53) – Keys to victory Saturday against Song
(5:02) – O’Malley on life outside the Octagon, goals for rest of career, and future in the sport
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