UFC released its first official rankings update of 2026 following UFC 324, reflecting key outcomes from the event. Justin Gaethje claimed the interim lightweight title and rose to #1, bumping Arman Tsarukyan to #2, Charles Oliveira to #3, and Max Holloway to #4. Natalia Silva advanced to #1 contender in women's flyweight after her win, positioning her for a title shot against Valentina Shevchenko. Jean Silva jumped four spots to featherweight top 10. These shifts clarify title pictures, with Gaethje next for Ilia Topuria and Silva challenging for flyweight gold.
