Justin Gaethje won the interim lightweight title via unanimous decision over Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, vaulting to #1 contender spot behind champion Ilia Topuria. Arman Tsarukyan dropped to #2, Charles Oliveira to #3, and Max Holloway to #4. Gaethje's win sets up a unification bout with Topuria at Freedom 250 on June 14. This reshuffles the lightweight title picture amid Topuria's reign. Holloway defends BMF title vs. Oliveira at UFC 326. Expect blockbuster lightweight clashes ahead.
