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Justin Gaethje won the interim lightweight title with a unanimous decision over Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324, claiming the top spot in the division rankings in the first update of 2026. He is now next in line to challenge undisputed champion Ilia Topuria upon his return. Natalia Silva also secured the next women's flyweight title shot after beating Rose Namajunas on the main card. This sets up massive lightweight title unification. Gaethje's second interim reign positions him for a superfight. Fans anticipate a clash of elite strikers soon.
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