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UFC.com published its 2026 breakout-fighter feature, highlighting athletes the promotion believes could make major jumps this year. The list included Mansur Abdul-Malik, Jacqueline Cavalcanti, Melquizael Costa, Islam Dulatov, and David Martinez, among others, with the piece emphasizing recent winning streaks, divisional movement, and developmental upside. While not a fight booking item, it is relevant for tracking who the UFC is positioning as emerging talent across several weight classes. The practical next step for these fighters is to convert that promotional momentum into ranked wins and higher-profile matchups.
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