Justin Gaethje claimed the interim lightweight title with a unanimous decision win over Paddy Pimblett in the UFC 324 main event, vaulting him to #1 in the lightweight rankings after the first UFC update of 2026. Ilia Topuria, the undisputed lightweight champion, is now set to face Gaethje next upon his return. In women's flyweight, Natalia Silva defeated Rose Namajunas on the main card, positioning her for the next title opportunity. This reshapes the lightweight division with Gaethje as the top contender and strengthens Silva's claim in flyweight. Expect Gaethje vs. Topuria to headline a major event later in 2026.
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