The UFC has released updated rankings with several notable changes across divisions. Arman Tsarukyan climbed two spots in the pound-for-pound rankings following victories in wrestling and grappling tournaments. Roman Dolidze moved ahead of Paulo Costa in the middleweight rankings after successfully debuting at light heavyweight with a win over sixth-ranked Azamat Murzakanov. Costa himself entered the light heavyweight rankings at number seven. Additionally, Aaron Pico entered the top 15 at featherweight, and Josh Hockit debuted directly at number five in the heavyweight rankings.
The UFC released its latest official rankings on April 14, 2026, producing several notable shifts across multiple divisions, headlined by Arman Tsarukyan's rise in the pound-for-pound standings and movement in both the middleweight and light heavyweight rankings.
Tsarukyan climbed two spots in the pound-for-pound rankings following victories in wrestling and grappling tournaments, reinforcing his standing as one of the sport's most well-rounded competitors.
Roman Dolidze, who carries a 15-5 record and is ranked 12th at middleweight, made his mark by successfully debuting at light heavyweight with a win over Azamat Murzakanov, who had been ranked sixth in that division. The move earned the 37-year-old Georgian a position ahead of Paulo Costa in the middleweight standings. Standing six-foot-two with a 76-inch reach, Dolidze brings a diverse game averaging 1.16 takedowns and 0.7 submission attempts per 15 minutes alongside his striking output.
Costa, the Brazilian middleweight now ranked 13th at 185 pounds, crossed divisional lines as well, entering the light heavyweight rankings at number seven. The 35-year-old orthodox striker is known for his volume and accuracy, landing 6.26 significant strikes per minute at a 58 percent clip across his 16 professional wins.
Aaron Pico broke into the top 15 at featherweight, a milestone for the 29-year-old American out of Jackson-Wink MMA. Pico holds a 14-5 record and brings an exceptional wrestling threat to the division, averaging an eye-catching 8.96 takedowns per 15 minutes. Josh Hockit made perhaps the most striking debut in the updated rankings, entering the heavyweight top 15 directly at number five.
Why it matters
- Dolidze's simultaneous rise at middleweight and entry into the light heavyweight picture complicates the 205-pound contender landscape
- Costa's crossover ranking at light heavyweight opens potential new matchup paths for the Brazilian veteran
- Pico's featherweight top-15 debut signals growing recognition of his contender status at 145 pounds
- Hockit debuting at number five heavyweight immediately places him among the division's most relevant names
