The first UFC rankings update of 2026 reflects UFC 324 outcomes, with Justin Gaethje surging to #1 lightweight contender after winning the interim title against Paddy Pimblett. Arman Tsarukyan drops to #2, followed by Charles Oliveira at #3 and Max Holloway at #4. Natalia Silva ascends to #1 flyweight contender after beating Rose Namajunas, setting up a title shot vs Valentina Shevchenko. Umar Nurmagomedov holds #2 bantamweight, Jean Silva jumps four spots to featherweight top 5. These shifts clarify title pictures across divisions.
