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UFC released its first official rankings update of 2026 following UFC 324, reflecting key shifts across divisions. Justin Gaethje claimed 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 post-win over Arnold Allen, while Umar Nurmagomedov held #2 bantamweight. These changes clarify title pictures, with Gaethje vs Topuria and Silva vs Shevchenko looming.
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