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UFC Fight Night Aftermath: Ranking Shake-Ups Following Edwards vs. Brady

The latest UFC Fight Night may not have had the hype, but it certainly delivered on action—and the rankings have shifted as a result. Sean Brady made the biggest statement of the night, while several rising prospects proved they belong among the best.

Sean Brady Surges to Welterweight #1

The biggest ranking change comes at welterweight, where Sean Brady skyrockets seven spots to claim the #1 contender position. His dominant performance over Leon Edwards cemented his place as the next title challenger, pushing Edwards down to #2 and causing a ripple effect that saw every other top welterweight slide down one spot.

Kevin Vallejos Impresses, But No Ranking Yet

Highly touted prospect Kevin Vallejos justified the hype with a devastating first-round knockout of Seung Woo Choi. While he's not ranked yet, this performance puts him on the radar for future consideration.

Andre Lima Enters Flyweight Rankings

At flyweight, Andre Lima made a statement by dismantling Daniel Barez and securing a slick rear-naked choke finish. This dominant performance earns him a debut ranking at #15, replacing Steve Erceg, who drops out.

Ryan Spann Falls Short in Heavyweight Debut

A rough heavyweight debut for Ryan Spann against Waldo Cortes-Acosta sees him struggle against the division’s power. Spann’s lackluster performance and KO loss mean he won’t be sticking around the rankings just yet, while Cortes-Acosta moves up one spot to #12.

Kevin Holland Returns to the Welterweight Rankings

After an impressive outing, Kevin Holland re-enters the welterweight rankings at #13, proving he remains a threat in the division. Colby Covington, meanwhile, drops to #14, continuing his downward slide.

These changes set up intriguing matchups in multiple divisions. Sean Brady is now the clear next challenger at welterweight, while rising talents like Andre Lima and Kevin Vallejos are ones to watch in the months ahead.

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While these were the most notable changes from UFC Fight Night, the event contributed to adjustments across many divisions. For a detailed look at all updates, visit:
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