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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Alex Pattle

Rating every UFC champion’s chances of keeping their title in 2026

As another year of UFC action begins, fans’ attention is turning to the title fights that await in 2026.

At the time of writing, four title bouts are booked for this year, although only two for undisputed gold. Aside from Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje’s showdown for the interim lightweight belt, and Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira’s rematch for the “Baddest Motherf*****” strap, there are regular title fights at featherweight and women’s bantamweight.

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