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UFC plans new rankings system focused on performance metrics

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 3:20 PM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

UFC plans new rankings system focused on performance metrics

Summary

The UFC has unveiled plans for a new ranking system that will prioritize merit-based evaluations of fighters' performances. Announced during UFC Fight Night 278, the revised rankings aim to eliminate biases linked to personal opinions and popularity. UFC play-by-play announcer Brendan Fitzgerald emphasized that the system will assess measurable performance metrics such as wins, strength of competition, and consistency. Although no specific timeline for the implementation of the new rankings has been provided, they are described as 'coming soon.'

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By the Numbers

•New UFC rankings to focus solely on in-cage performances.
•Announced by UFC play-by-play announcer Brendan Fitzgerald.
•Current rankings criticized for bias and popularity factors.
•Details on implementation timeline remain unspecified.

Latest Updates

3:20 PMYahoo Sports — UFC teases new rankings system not based on 'opinion or popularity'

What they're saying

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The UFC is again teasing an overhaul of its rankings, and although there's no mention of AI, it said "opinion or popularity" won't be factored.
— Yahoo Sports

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