Justin Gaethje claimed the interim lightweight belt with a unanimous decision win over Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, vaulting to #1 in the first 2026 UFC rankings update. He is now positioned as the next challenger to undisputed champion Ilia Topuria upon his return. This development intensifies the lightweight title picture, with Gaethje's second interim reign signaling his dominance. A unification bout is anticipated later in 2026, potentially at Freedom 250.[2]
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