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UFC 310 Rankings Update: Pantoja Defends Title, Reyes and Luque Shine

The UFC 310: Pantoja vs. Asakura event, held on December 7, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, brought exciting fights and notable changes to the Fight Minds rankings. Here's how the night's action impacted the standings.

Key Ranking Changes After UFC 310

Flyweight: Joshua Van Debuts at #11

Alexandre Pantoja successfully defended his Flyweight title against Kai Asakura, demonstrating the gap between championship-level fighters and newcomers to the division. While this fight did not directly alter the rankings, the event opened opportunities for rising stars. Joshua Van earned his spot at #11 with a strong recent performance, while Tagir Ulanbekov, Cody Durden, and others shifted down.

Bantamweight: Marcus McGhee, Jonathan Martinez, and Pedro Munhoz Enter the Top 15

The crowded Bantamweight division saw the addition of Marcus McGhee, Jonathan Martinez, and Pedro Munhoz, all entering at #15. These fighters' consistent performances and recent wins pushed them into contention. This shake-up highlights the depth of talent in the division, with movements resulting from recalibrations across the ranks.

Welterweight: Vicente Luque Rises to #8

On the undercard, Vicente Luque made a bold statement by shocking Themba Gorimbo with a first-round d’arce choke. Luque's emphatic finish elevated him four spots to #8, while Gorimbo remains outside the top 15 but showed potential for future growth.

Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry also battled fiercely in the co-main event, with Rakhmonov retaining his standing as a top contender. Machado Garry's competitive showing proved he is not far behind.

Light Heavyweight: Dominick Reyes Soars to #5

In a featured prelim bout, Dominick Reyes stopped Anthony Smith with a brutal TKO. Smith, emotionally compromised following a personal loss, struggled to keep pace, allowing Reyes to climb eight spots to #5 in the Light Heavyweight rankings. This significant leap reestablishes Reyes as a key player in the division's upper echelon.

Heavyweight: Martin Buday Debuts at #15

Martin Buday cracked the top 15 at Heavyweight after a recent string of victories. With other contenders such as Jairzinho Rozenstruik and Tai Tuivasa shifting slightly upward, Buday's entry marks a new wave of talent in the division.

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While these were the most notable changes from UFC 310, the event contributed to adjustments across many divisions. For a detailed look at all updates, visit:
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