UFC power rankings updated following UFC Vegas 119 results
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:36 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
After UFC Vegas 119, Manel Kape's victory over Kyoji Horiguchi boosts his standing, pushing him toward a potential title shot against Joshua Van. Justin Gaethje enters the rankings at ninth following his win against Ilia Topuria, while Max Holloway prepares to face Conor McGregor later this summer at UFC 329. Merab Dvalishvili and Sean Strickland also solidify their positions in the top ranks after impressive performances. The anticipation builds for upcoming fights, including a main event featuring Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres.
- •Manel Kape eyes title shot after defeating Kyoji Horiguchi.
- •Justin Gaethje debuts at ninth after victory over Ilia Topuria.
- •Max Holloway vs. Conor McGregor fight resumes this summer.
- •Merab Dvalishvili prepares for a title rematch against Petr Yan.
- •Sean Strickland rises to third after recent victories.
- 1:36 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Power Rankings after UFC Vegas 119
"Hello everyone, and welcome back for another week of rankings in the UFC. UFC Vegas 119 turned out to be an amazing card where a lot of fighters, including Manel Kape, showed why they’re a problem in their divisions. The…
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