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UFC released its first official rankings update of 2026 following UFC 324, shaking up multiple divisions. Justin Gaethje claimed the interim lightweight title over Paddy Pimblett, vaulting to #1 and positioning for a shot at champion Ilia Topuria. Natalia Silva rose to #1 flyweight contender after beating Rose Namajunas, eyeing Valentina Shevchenko. Jean Silva jumped four spots to #3 featherweight, while Umar Nurmagomedov held #2 bantamweight. These shifts clarify title paths in lightweight, flyweight, and featherweight. Upcoming bouts like Holloway vs Oliveira at UFC 326 add intrigue.[2]
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