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Justin Gaethje secured the interim lightweight title for the second time with a unanimous decision victory over Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, earning the #1 ranking in the lightweight division. Gaethje now sits in line to challenge undisputed titleholder Ilia Topuria, with the two set to meet at Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026, in Washington D.C. The win bumped Arman Tsarukyan down to #2, while Charles Oliveira and Max Holloway dropped to #3 and #4 respectively. This victory solidifies Gaethje's position as the top contender in a stacked lightweight division.
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