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Justin Gaethje won the interim lightweight title via unanimous decision over Paddy Pimblett in UFC 324's main event, claiming the #1 contender spot in the first 2026 UFC rankings update. Ilia Topuria, the undisputed lightweight champion, is set to face Gaethje next, potentially at Freedom 250 on June 14. This positions Gaethje for a unification bout, reshaping the lightweight division stacked with contenders. Natalia Silva also earned the next women's flyweight title shot after beating Rose Namajunas on the same card. Expect Topuria's return to be announced soon amid his busy schedule.
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