UFC 324: Cortes-Acosta vs Lewis - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Waldo Cortes-Acosta will take on Derrick Lewis at UFC 324 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The three-round heavyweight match is part of the undercard for the main event between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett.

Cortes-Acosta has 16 wins and 2 losses since starting his career with Ultimate Kombat Fitness. His last fight resulted in a KO win over Shamil Gaziev. Derrick Lewis, from Main Street Boxing & Muay Thai, holds a record of 29 wins and 12 losses. He recently defeated Tallison Teixeira via TKO. Both fighters come undefeated from their latest bouts, setting up a tense battle due to their impressive knock-out records.

What time is Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis fight

Live coverage for the Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on UFC Fight Pass. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

The UFC 324 event takes place on January 24, 2026, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event starts at 08:20 PM EST.

This tournament features a heavyweight bout between Waldo Cortes-Acosta and Derrick Lewis. It is an undercard fight leading up to the main event between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. The fight consists of three rounds.

Please note that the start time for the main card may vary depending on the duration of earlier fights. Fans should check local listings for specific start times in their region to ensure they don't miss any action.

Fighters Details

Waldo Cortes-Acosta

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 193 cm
• Weight: 120.2 kg
• Total Fights: 18
• Record: 16 / 2 / 0

Derrick Lewis

• Nationality: United States
• Height: 190 cm
• Weight: 118.4 kg
• Total Fights: 41
• Record: 29 / 12 / 0

Waldo Cortes-Acosta will face Derrick Lewis in a three-round heavyweight bout at UFC 324 - Gaethje vs. Pimblett, with no belts or titles on the line.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta brings experience with 16 wins and just 2 losses. He secured a recent victory against Shamil Gaziev by KO. Cortes-Acosta demonstrates strong striking ability, evident from defeating an opponent like Gaziev, who has multiple KO wins. Expect him to use his power against Lewis given his good defense.

Derrick Lewis boasts 29 victories and is known for his knockout power. His last win was a TKO against Tallison Teixeira, who possesses a solid knockout record himself. Lewis will likely rely on his striking strength facing Cortes-Acosta, exploiting any defensive lapse.

Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis Betting Odds

• Favorite: Waldo Cortes-Acosta : 1.3 (-320)
• Underdog: Derrick Lewis : 3.5 (+245)

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Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis Fight Card

• Justin Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett
• Sean O'Malley vs Yadong Song
• Waldo Cortes-Acosta vs Derrick Lewis
• Natalia Silva vs Rose Namajunas
• Arnold Allen vs Jean Silva
• Umar Nurmagomedov vs Deiveson Figueiredo
• Ateba Abega Gautier vs Andrey Pulyaev
• Nikita Krylov vs Modestas Bukauskas
• Alex Perez vs Charles Johnson
• Michael Johnson vs Alexander Hernandez
• Josh Hokit vs Denzel Freeman
• Ricky Turcios vs Cameron Smotherman
• Adam Fugitt vs Ty Cole Miller