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Arman Tsarukyan isn’t playing around.
In other 155-pound action, Jalin Turner authored an impressive performance on short notice, knocking out the previously 10th-ranked Bobby Green in the opening stanza of their co-main event matchup at UFC Austin. As a result, “The Tarantula” returns to the lightweight bubble at No. 11.
Elsewhere, Deiveson Figueiredo proved he could hold his own in a larger weight class, as he defeated Rob Font via unanimous decision in a featured bantamweight bout. The two-time flyweight king has likely assured himself of another ranked opponent at 135 pounds, and he also makes his debut in the divisional poll at No. 11. Meanwhile, Sean Brady gave Kelvin Gastelum a rude welcome back to 170 pounds with a third-round submission victory. By rebounding from his first career loss in dominant fashion, Brady is able to maintain his No. 10 ranking at welterweight. Finally, Miesha Tate enjoyed a successful return to 135 pounds with a clear-cut decision triumph against Julia Avila. In a shallow bantamweight division, “Cupcake” rejoins the poll at No. 12.
In housekeeping news, A.J. McKee’s lightweight venture has led to his rankings expiration at 145 pounds. With his exit, Edson Barboza joins the featherweight bubble at No. 15.
Note: Previous rankings listed in brackets.