Jasudavicius Shakes Up P4P & Flyweight, Unexpected Ranking Moves

Jasmine Jasudavicius makes a significant impact in the latest UFC rankings, entering the Women's Pound-for-Pound list at number 12 and climbing to number 4 in the Women's Flyweight division. Her impressive performance has rippled through multiple weight classes, leading to notable shifts and even some unexpected movements against recent fight results.

Pound-for-Pound Updates

The Men's Pound-for-Pound list sees a minor adjustment as Tom Aspinall moves up one spot from eighth to seventh. No specific fight on record within the ranking window provides an obvious explanation for this rise. Similarly, Tatiana Suarez climbs from ninth to eighth in the Women's Pound-for-Pound rankings without a recent fight on record to account for the change.

The Women's Pound-for-Pound division experienced more substantial shifts. Jasmine Jasudavicius's entry at number 12 is a direct result of her head-to-head victory over Erin Blanchfield at UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott. This win also caused Blanchfield to drop from eighth to ninth. Rose Namajunas and Raquel Pennington each fell one spot, from twelfth to thirteenth and thirteenth to fourteenth respectively, as they were bumped down by Jasudavicius's ascent without having competed recently. Maycee Barber, who also did not fight, dropped out of the top fifteen entirely, making way for Jasudavicius.

Against the Grain: Unexpected Ranking Moves

Perhaps the most intriguing aspects of this ranking update are the movements that defy recent fight outcomes. Denise Gomes, despite securing a victory over Yan Xiaonan at UFC Fight Night: Nurmagomedov vs. Song, finds herself dropping one spot from fourteenth to fifteenth in the Women's Pound-for-Pound rankings. This move goes against her recent win, a rare occurrence in the sport's official standings.

In the Bantamweight division, Raoni Barcelos moved up one position from fifteenth to fourteenth, even after suffering a loss to Raul Rosas Jr. at UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos. This upward trajectory despite a defeat is another instance where the rankings diverge from a fighter's most recent result.

Similarly, Norma Dumont advanced from fifth to fourth in the Women's Bantamweight division, despite her loss to Ailin Perez at UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos. This upward movement for a fighter coming off a defeat highlights the complex nature of the ranking panel's decisions.

The Women's Flyweight division also saw Regina Tarin drop from fourteenth to fifteenth, despite her victory over JJ Aldrich at Noche UFC: Silva vs. Delgado. These instances where a fighter's ranking moves contrary to their recent performance underscore that the official UFC rankings are determined by a media panel and can sometimes reflect factors beyond a single fight result.

Divisional Dynamics: Head-to-Head Battles and New Faces

Jasmine Jasudavicius's impact extends to the Women's Flyweight division, where her head-to-head victory over Erin Blanchfield at UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott propelled her two spots up from sixth to fourth. Blanchfield, consequently, dropped from fourth to fifth. Rose Namajunas and Maycee Barber also experienced drops in the Women's Flyweight rankings, moving from fifth to sixth and sixth to seventh respectively, as they were bumped by Jasudavicius's rise. Gabriella Fernandes also saw a one-spot climb from fifteenth to fourteenth in the Women's Flyweight division, with no specific fight on record explaining the change.

In the Welterweight division, Mike Malott made a significant leap, moving three places from thirteenth to tenth after his head-to-head victory over Joaquin Buckley at UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott. Buckley, as a direct consequence of this loss, dropped two spots from tenth to twelfth.

The Bantamweight division welcomed Bryce Mitchell as a new entry at number fifteen, though no specific fight on record is cited for his inclusion. Marcus McGhee climbed one spot from fourteenth to thirteenth after his knockout victory over Anthony Romero at UFC 332: Silva vs. Wang. This move caused Aiemann Zahabi to drop one spot from eighth to ninth, as he was bumped by McGhee's ascent. David Martinez also advanced one position, from ninth to eighth, following his unanimous decision win over Dan Ige at Noche UFC: Silva vs. Delgado. Farid Basharat, who did not compete, dropped out of the top fifteen in the Bantamweight division.

The Women's Bantamweight division also saw new talent emerge. Chelsea Chandler entered the rankings at number fourteen after her head-to-head victory over Melissa Croden at UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott, which resulted in Croden dropping out of the rankings. Alice Pereira also made her debut in the rankings at number fifteen, having beaten Daria Zhelezniakova head-to-head at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan, leading to Zhelezniakova's exit from the top fifteen.

Heavyweight contender Derrick Lewis moved up one spot from thirteenth to twelfth, with no recent fight on record cited as the reason for his climb.

Every change in this update

Division	Fighter	Move
Men's Pound-for-Pound	Tom Aspinall	▲ 8 → 7
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Tatiana Suarez	▲ 9 → 8
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Raquel Pennington	▼ 13 → 14
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Rose Namajunas	▼ 12 → 13
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Erin Blanchfield	▼ 8 → 9
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Denise Gomes	▼ 14 → 15
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Jasmine Jasudavicius	▲ — → 12
Women's Pound-for-Pound	Maycee Barber	▼ 15 → —
Welterweight	Mike Malott	▲ 13 → 10
Welterweight	Joaquin Buckley	▼ 10 → 12
Women's Flyweight	Jasmine Jasudavicius	▲ 6 → 4
Bantamweight	Marcus McGhee	▲ 14 → 13
Bantamweight	Aiemann Zahabi	▼ 8 → 9
Bantamweight	Raoni Barcelos	▲ 15 → 14
Bantamweight	David Martinez	▲ 9 → 8
Heavyweight	Derrick Lewis	▲ 13 → 12
Women's Bantamweight	Norma Dumont	▲ 5 → 4
Women's Bantamweight	Raquel Pennington	▼ 4 → 5
Women's Flyweight	Regina Tarin	▼ 14 → 15
Women's Flyweight	Gabriella Fernandes	▲ 15 → 14
Women's Flyweight	Maycee Barber	▼ 6 → 7
Women's Flyweight	Erin Blanchfield	▼ 4 → 5
Women's Flyweight	Rose Namajunas	▼ 5 → 6
Bantamweight	Farid Basharat	▼ 13 → —
Bantamweight	Bryce Mitchell	▲ — → 15
Women's Bantamweight	Chelsea Chandler	▲ — → 14
Women's Bantamweight	Alice Pereira	▲ — → 15
Women's Bantamweight	Melissa Croden	▼ 14 → —
Women's Bantamweight	Daria Zhelezniakova	▼ 15 → —

Changes are between two consecutive snapshots of the official UFC rankings.

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Mike Malott Secures Highlight-Reel Knockout Over Joaquin Buckley at UFC Edmonton

Mike Malott secured a highlight-reel knockout victory over Joaquin Buckley in the main event of UFC Edmonton on October 17, 2026. The decisive finish came in the second round, with Malott landing a perfectly timed knee that sent Buckley to the canvas at 2:32 of the round. The impact of the knee was such that Buckley's mouthpiece was visibly dislodged and sent flying across the cage.

Fighter Reactions to the Knockout

The brutal knockout elicited strong reactions from the mixed martial arts community. Several fighters, including Gilbert Burns, Tatiana Suarez, Arnold Allen, and Kenny Florian, expressed amazement at Malott’s performance, according to MMA Fighting. UFC featherweight Kai Kamaka also reacted to the finish, specifically expressing concern for Joaquin Buckley’s condition. Kamaka posted on social media, “Praying for Buckley,” in response to Buckley’s collapse after the knockout.

Malott's Ascent in the Welterweight Division

The victory marks a significant moment for Mike Malott, who now holds a UFC record of 7-1-0 across eight UFC fights. Prior to this bout, Malott was on a three-fight UFC win streak, which he has now extended to four. His last fight before facing Buckley was in April 2026, where he won against Gilbert Burns by KO/TKO with punches in round three at 2:08 in a welterweight contest. The pre-fight market had Malott at 71% to win that fight. Other recent victories for Malott include a unanimous decision win over Kevin Holland in October 2025, a KO/TKO punch victory against Charles Radtke in May 2025, and a unanimous decision win over Trevin Giles in November 2024. His only UFC loss came in January 2024 against Neil Magny. Following his win over Buckley, Malott's UFC Elo rating stands at 1121, and he is officially ranked as the #13 welterweight in the UFC. Malott, who is 34 years old, stands 6 feet 1 inch tall with a 73-inch reach and fights from an Orthodox stance. He has demonstrated a takedown accuracy of 58% with 1.1 takedowns per fight before this bout, though his takedown defense was 17%.

Buckley's Recent Challenges

For Joaquin Buckley, this defeat adds another challenge to his recent welterweight run. Buckley, who is 32 years old, has a UFC record of 11-6-0 across 17 UFC fights. He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall with a 76-inch reach and fights from a Southpaw stance. Before this fight, Buckley was ranked #10 in the welterweight division. This loss marks his third consecutive defeat, following unanimous decision losses to Sean Brady in May 2026 and Kamaru Usman in June 2025. Prior to these losses, Buckley had secured notable victories, including a KO/TKO win over Colby Covington in December 2024 and a KO/TKO punch victory against Stephen Thompson in October 2024. His UFC Elo rating after the fight is 1114. Buckley's takedown accuracy before the fight was 36% with 1.2 takedowns per fight, and his takedown defense stood at 73%. There are no next booked UFC fights on record for either fighter.

By the numbers

Fighter	UFC record	Ranking
Mike Malott	7-1-0	Welterweight #13
Joaquin Buckley	11-6-0	Welterweight #10

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UFC Edmonton Previews Released for Buckley vs. Malott Main Event

Previews and viewing information have been released for UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott, which is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The event features a welterweight main event between the No. 10 ranked Joaquin Buckley and the No. 13 ranked Canadian Mike Malott.

Event Details and Broadcast Information

UFC.com published a “Fight By Fight Preview” by E. Spencer Kyte on October 12, 2026, detailing the matchups for the return to Edmonton. The main card for UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott is set to air live at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. Preceding the main card, the prelims will begin at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT, with early prelims streaming on UFC Fight Pass starting at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT. In Canada, the main card and prelims will be broadcast on Sportsnet and TVA Sports. Tickets for the event went on sale to the general public on Friday, August 14, 2026, through Ticketmaster.ca, following earlier pre-sale opportunities for UFC Fight Club members and UFC newsletter subscribers.

Buckley and Malott Set to Clash

Joaquin Buckley, with a UFC record of 11-6-0 across 17 UFC fights, enters this pivotal welterweight bout looking to defend his position in the rankings. The 32-year-old southpaw, who stands 5 feet 10 inches tall with a 76-inch reach, has faced tough competition in his recent outings. His last two UFC fights resulted in unanimous decision losses, first against Sean Brady in May 2026 at UFC 328, and then against Kamaru Usman in June 2025 at UFC Fight Night: Usman vs. Buckley. Prior to these setbacks, Buckley secured notable victories, including a KO/TKO win over Colby Covington in December 2024 and another KO/TKO against Stephen Thompson in October 2024. Buckley maintains a 73% takedown defense, a statistic that could prove crucial in this upcoming contest.

Mike Malott, the 34-year-old orthodox fighter, holds a UFC record of 7-1-0 from his 8 UFC fights. Standing 6 feet 1 inch tall with a 73-inch reach, Malott is currently ranked No. 13 in the welterweight division. He rides a three-fight win streak into this main event, having most recently defeated Gilbert Burns by KO/TKO in April 2026 at UFC Fight Night: Burns vs. Malott. Before that, Malott earned a unanimous decision victory over Kevin Holland in October 2025 and a KO/TKO win against Charles Radtke in May 2025. Malott's offensive grappling is highlighted by his 1.1 takedowns per fight at a 58% accuracy rate. Fighting on home soil in Canada, Malott aims to continue his ascent in the welterweight division.

By the numbers

Fighter	UFC record	Ranking
Joaquin Buckley	11-6-0	Welterweight #10
Mike Malott	7-1-0	Welterweight #13

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Welterweight: Biggest Elo Gain in 12 Months

In the Welterweight division, Uros Medic leads the pack with the biggest Elo gain over the last twelve months, marking a +64 increase. This statistic measures how much a fighter's Elo rating has risen over the past year. Elo is a rating system that assesses a fighter's skill level relative to others, with wins against higher-rated opponents resulting in larger gains, and losses against lower-rated opponents causing larger drops. A significant gain indicates a period of strong performance against challenging competition, where a fighter has consistently defeated opponents or secured notable victories.

Our analysis considered only fighters with a UFC fight in the last two years and at least two UFC fights to qualify. Out of 436 fighters on record, 39 met these criteria, with fighters grouped by their current weight class. It is important to note that our Elo system exclusively tracks UFC fights, meaning performances outside the organization do not contribute to these specific ratings.

The Top Performers

Leading the Welterweight division for Elo gain is Uros Medic, with an impressive +64 increase. At 34 years old, Medic holds a UFC record of 8-3 across 11 UFC fights. This substantial gain suggests a period of strong victories, potentially against well-regarded opponents, which has significantly elevated his standing within the division. His last fight was on August 1, 2026, and he is currently booked to face Kevin Holland on November 14, 2026, indicating continued high-level competition.

Following Medic is Daniil Donchenko, who recorded a +54 Elo gain. Donchenko, aged 25, boasts an undefeated UFC record of 4-0 across 4 UFC fights. This rapid rise is particularly notable for a fighter with fewer bouts, as each win can have a substantial impact on their Elo rating, especially if they are consistently performing above expectations. His last fight was on September 5, 2026, showcasing recent activity and success.

In third place is Carlos Prates, with a +45 Elo gain. Prates, aged 33, has a strong UFC record of 7-1 over 8 UFC fights. This significant gain reflects a sustained period of successful performances, placing him firmly among the division's most improved in terms of Elo. His last fight took place on May 2, 2026.

The fourth spot is held by Gabriel Bonfim, who achieved a +44 Elo gain, closely trailing Prates. Bonfim, aged 29, also holds an excellent UFC record of 7-1 across 8 UFC fights, mirroring Prates's success rate. His last fight was on June 6, 2026, and he is booked to fight Sean Brady on November 7, 2026, indicating a continued push against established talent.

Rounding out the top five is Mike Malott, with a +39 Elo gain. Malott, aged 35, shares the same impressive UFC record of 7-1 over 8 UFC fights as Bonfim and Prates. This cluster of fighters with similar records and significant Elo gains highlights a group of Welterweights who have been consistently winning and improving their standing. Malott last fought on April 18, 2026, and is booked to face Joaquin Buckley on October 17, 2026.

Further Down the List

The rest of the top ten also features notable performances. Jeremiah Wells, at 40 years old, shows a +38 Elo gain with a 6-2 record over 8 UFC fights, demonstrating that significant improvement can occur at various stages of a career. Jacobe Smith, aged 31, has an undefeated 4-0 record over 4 UFC fights, resulting in a +37 Elo gain, similar to Donchenko's rapid ascent with fewer fights. Charles Radtke, aged 36, gained +32 Elo with a 5-2 record over 7 UFC fights, and is booked against Stephen Thompson on November 14, 2026. Yaroslav Amosov, aged 33, shows a +26 gain from an undefeated 2-0 record over 2 UFC fights, a smaller sample size but a strong start. Finally, Jonathan Micallef, aged 28, rounds out the top ten with a +22 Elo gain from his 3-0 record over 3 UFC fights.

The leaderboard reveals a competitive Welterweight division where several fighters have made substantial strides in their Elo ratings over the past year, with a notable cluster of fighters in the top five showing very similar records and Elo gains.

Welterweight — biggest elo gain in 12 months

Fighter	Elo gain	UFC fights
1. Uros Medic	+64	11 fights
2. Daniil Donchenko	+54	4 fights
3. Carlos Prates	+45	8 fights
4. Gabriel Bonfim	+44	8 fights
5. Mike Malott	+39	8 fights
6. Jeremiah Wells	+38	8 fights
7. Jacobe Smith	+37	4 fights
8. Charles Radtke	+32	7 fights
9. Yaroslav Amosov	+26	2 fights
10. Jonathan Micallef	+22	3 fights

Career statistics from UFC Stats; Elo is bjjmetrics' own rating from UFC results. Updated twice a day.

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Featherweight Showdown: McGhee Meets Romero, Plus October's Stacked Cards

The Octagon heats up this October with a fresh slate of fight bookings, promising high-stakes action across multiple divisions. From a featherweight clash to a host of intriguing matchups later in the month, fans have plenty to anticipate.

October 3, 2026: Featherweight Firepower

Kicking off the month, Marcus McGhee (11-2-0) faces Anthony Romero (7-2-0) in a featherweight bout. McGhee, with eight of his eleven wins coming by knockout, is known for his striking prowess. He holds a 5-1 UFC record. Across from him, Anthony “The Bully” Romero, who boasts four knockouts and two submissions among his seven victories, brings a well-rounded offensive game. This featherweight contest sets an early tone for October's fight calendar.

October 31, 2026: Halloween Havoc

Later in the month, a packed card on October 31st features several compelling matchups.

Featherweight Division

Francis “Fire” Marshall (10-3-0) takes on Gaston “The Dreamkiller” Bolanos (9-5-0). Marshall has secured five of his ten wins by submission, showcasing his grappling threat. Bolanos, a striking specialist with six knockouts on his record, is renowned for his dynamic spinning elbows, making this a classic striker-grappler encounter.

Also at featherweight, veteran Julian “Juicy J” Erosa (31-14-0) meets JeongYeong “Korean Tiger” Lee (11-3-0). Erosa's extensive record includes twelve knockouts and fourteen submissions, highlighting his finishing ability. Lee, a jiu-jitsu black belt and winner of the Road to UFC featherweight tournament, brings a strong ground game and a reputation for quick finishes.

Middleweight Division

Azamat “King Pin” Bekoev (20-5-0) squares off against Andre Petroski (13-6-0). Bekoev, a two-time LFA Middleweight champion, has an impressive sixteen finishes on his record, evenly split between knockouts and submissions. Petroski, also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, has demonstrated his versatility with four knockouts and four submissions among his thirteen wins.

Welterweight Division

An undefeated Farman Hasanov (6-0-0) faces Jean-Paul “Mufasa” Lebosnoyani (11-2-0). Hasanov has finished four of his six opponents by knockout, establishing himself as a dangerous prospect. Lebosnoyani, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, has five submissions and three knockouts to his name, indicating a potent submission game.

Rodrigo Sezinando (9-2-0), a former two-belt champion on the Canadian regional circuit, takes on Theodor “Simba” Berggren (8-4-0). Sezinando's record shows a high finish rate with four knockouts and three submissions.

Closing out the welterweight action, Randy Brown (20-8-0) clashes with Carlos “The Lion” Leal (23-7-0). Brown has secured eight knockouts and five submissions in his twenty victories. Leal, a former LFA Welterweight champion, boasts eleven knockouts and two submissions, promising a high-octane striking affair.

Women's Strawweight Division

Talita “Problem Child” Alencar (8-1-1), a decorated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and multiple World No-Gi Champion, meets Piera “La Fiera” Rodriguez (12-2-0). Rodriguez, ranked #9 in the strawweight division and a former LFA champion, has five knockouts on her record.

Bantamweight Division

Yana “Foxy” Santos (17-8-0, 1 NC) faces Luana Santos (11-2-0). Yana, a former Invicta FC Bantamweight Champion, has a wealth of experience with seven knockouts and one submission. Luana, ranked #7 in the bantamweight division, has demonstrated a strong finishing ability with one knockout and five submissions. This all-Santos showdown is set to be a highlight of the night.

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