CBS Sports’ Kate Scott will take center stage as the host of Paramount Skydance’s UFC studio coverage, beginning with the first event of the company’s seven-year, $7.7 billion media rights partnership, set for January 24 on Paramount+.
According to a report by the Sports Business Journal, Scott will lead the desk alongside former champions Michael Bisping, Dominick Cruz and Chris Weidman, bringing a mix of on-air expertise and fight experience to the broadcast.
Although Scott is best known for her work covering CBS’ UEFA Champions League broadcasts, she has long-standing ties to combat sports. Her resume includes hosting and reporting on boxing matches for FOX Sports, DAZN and Showtime in the U.S. She has also contributed to coverage with Sky Sports in the U.K. and Germany.
Paramount Skydance’s debut marks a high-profile expansion of the UFC’s broadcast strategy. This follows its record-breaking media deal. The deal positions the company as the exclusive distributor of the sport across multiple platforms for the next seven years.
Scott’s role underscores the network’s commitment to blending seasoned commentary with dynamic studio presentation. Live fight coverage will include by play-by-play announcer Jon Anik, with analysis from Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier. Megan Olivi and Din Thomas will provide in-field reporting. Bruce Buffer continues in his long-standing role as the in-octagon announcer.
Paramount+’s first event coverage in Las Vegas is expected to set the tone for a robust rollout of UFC programming, combining traditional fight commentary with enhanced digital content for subscribers.
Globally, UFC reaches nearly 950 million broadcast and digital households in more than 210 countries and territories. Its programming is available in 50 languages. The roster includes about 600 fighters representing 75 countries. In the United States, UFC counts roughly 100 million fans who engage across TV, digital, and social platforms.
UFC 324 brings immediate star power. The main event features an interim lightweight title fight between former interim champion Justin Gaethje and rising fan favorite Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett. The co-main event adds another historic layer. Women’s bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison defends her title against UFC Hall of Famer Amanda Nunes. Nunes returns to competition for the first time since 2023.
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