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UFC power rankings following Fight Night 291 in Edmonton

The UFC lightweight division saw a major shake-up following UFC Fight Night 291 in Edmonton, with Justin Gaethje’s stunning upset victory over Ilia Topuria sending shockwaves through the rankings. Gaethje, who now holds the sole lightweight title, remains in ninth place despite the historic win, though speculation swirls around a potential retirement or a title defense against Arman Tsarukyan.

Meanwhile, Joshua Van climbed to ninth after dominating Alexandre Pantoja in a title defense, while Max Holloway’s dominant first-round submission of Conor McGregor at UFC 329 solidified his position as a top contender seeking another high-profile matchup.

In the heavyweight division, Charles Oliveira is poised for a showdown with Diego Lopes at UFC 335, where the BMF Championship will be on the line. Oliveira’s reputation as a finisher could clash with Lopes’ recent momentum, while Alex Pereira faces Sergei Pavlovich in a pivotal heavyweight bout at the same event.

Pereira’s recent loss to Ciryl Gane adds urgency to the fight, which could reshape the division’s landscape heading into 2027.

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