After a year of global events in 2025, the UFC is set to return to Paris next month for its annual show, marking the promotion’s fourth visit to the city. On September 6, the Accor Arena will host a high-stakes middleweight clash between rising stars Nassourdine Imavov and Caio Borralho, with the winner likely positioning themselves for a title shot in 2026.

The buildup to UFC Paris is already heating up. Ahead of the event, the Dana White & Co. released its latest lightweight rankings—reflecting standings before UFC Shanghai—known as the “non-Shanghai” rankings.

‘Fighting Nerd’s undefeated stars miss top 15 lightweight rankings before UFC Paris

Currently, Ilia Topuria sits atop the division, having claimed the belt at UFC 317 in June, ending Charles Oliveira ’s bid to become a tw

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