UFC released its first official rankings update of 2026 following UFC 324, with Justin Gaethje claiming the interim lightweight belt via unanimous decision over Paddy Pimblett, vaulting to #1 contender behind champion Ilia Topuria. Gaethje is now lined up to challenge Topuria, setting up a massive lightweight title unification. Max Holloway will defend the BMF title against Gaethje in a rematch at UFC 326. Jean Silva rose four spots to featherweight top 10 after beating Arnold Allen, who dropped to #7. Waldo Cortes-Acosta stayed at heavyweight #5 despite stopping Derrick Lewis. These shifts reshape lightweight and featherweight divisions ahead of key title bouts.
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