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Arman Tsarukyan climbs two spots to No. 13 in the UFC pound-for-pound rankings after UFC 327, a night that also saw Carlos Ulberg win the light heavyweight title and debut at No. 15. Tsarukyan, who has fought only once in two years, remains active in grappling matches and is set to face Urijah Faber in the RAF 8 co-main event this Saturday.
Jan 12, 2026 update to the 2025-26 HS wrestling pound-for-pound rankings places Bo Bassett at 150 lbs as the new No. 1 after Jax Forrest moved on to Oklahoma State; the list covers 106–285 lbs with top seniors from programs nationwide, and readers can email corrections.
Henry Cejudo believes Merab Dvalishvili could be the bantamweight GOAT if he defeats his next challenger, Cory Sandhagen, and potentially become the top pound-for-pound fighter, but he also warns that Dvalishvili might lose his title in his next defense.
The MMA Fighting Global Rankings have been updated following UFC 300, with significant changes in various divisions. Notable results include Tai Tuivasa defeating Marcin Tybura in the heavyweight division and Alex Pereira defeating Jamahal Hill in the light heavyweight division. The rankings also feature upcoming bouts and fighters receiving votes, with a panel of eight MMA Fighting staffers contributing to the rankings.
UFC fighter Islam Makhachev criticizes Jon Jones for being ranked above him in the pound-for-pound rankings, calling it "bulls---." Makhachev argues that a real champion would take any fight, unlike Jones who refused to fight Chael Sonnen on short notice in 2012. He also questions how Jones can be ranked number one when he beat a non-champion, and expresses his frustration with the rankings system overall.
Terence Crawford dominated Errol Spence Jr. in their highly anticipated welterweight championship fight, becoming the first undisputed champion of the four-belt era. Crawford's masterclass performance solidified his status as the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world, leaving no need for a rematch. Spence should now pursue his legacy in the 154-pound division. Isaac Cruz's split decision win sets up potential fights with Gervonta Davis or for a world title. Nonito Donaire's future in boxing is uncertain after a dominant loss, and Yoenis Tellez scored a big win by taking a risky fight on short notice.