UFC featherweight rankings update features shifts among top contenders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The UFC featherweight rankings have been released, highlighting the current of the 145-pound division. Youssef Zalal, despite a recent setback against Aljamain Sterling, ranks 10th after an impressive eight-fight win streak. Steve Garcia, Arnold Allen, and Yair Rodriguez see their positions fluctuate following recent contests. Aljamain Sterling sits at 6th after moving up from bantamweight, winning two straight since his debut. Meanwhile, Lerone Murphy faces challenges after a recent decision loss, while emerging contender Jean Silva looks to rebound from a past TKO defeat. These developments could reshape potential title fights in the coming months.
- •Youssef Zalal ranked 10th after losing to Aljamain Sterling.
- •Steve Garcia and Arnold Allen experienced fluctuations in their rankings.
- •Aljamain Sterling sits 6th after two wins at featherweight.
- •Lerone Murphy faces uncertainty following a decision loss to Movsar Evloev.
- •Jean Silva bounced back with a win after a TKO loss, staying in the contender mix.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Featherweight Rankings 2025
"The UFC featherweight rankings showcase some of the best fighters in the entire sport. Where lightweight was once considered the […]
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