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UFC on ABC: Rountree Jr. Rises, Fiziev Returns in New Rankings Update

UFC on ABC: Hill vs. Rountree Jr. didn't deliver on excitement for the live crowd in Baku, but the aftermath is reverberating across Fight Minds’ data-driven rankings. With few finishes and long, quiet fights, the card still generated some significant movement—particularly at light heavyweight and lightweight.

The most notable jump comes from Khalil Rountree Jr., who dismantled Jamahal Hill in the main event with a systematic beatdown, battering Hill's legs and eventually knocking him down multiple times. Rountree climbs four spots to #3 at light heavyweight, now firmly in title contention behind Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. Hill drops to #4 following the loss, ending his short stint near the top after returning from injury.

In the lightweight division, Rafael Fiziev re-enters the rankings at #10 after a calculated win over Ignacio Bahamondes. While the fight lacked fireworks, Fiziev’s control—especially his grappling—earned him a solid decision win and a fresh start among the elite. Bahamondes slides two places to #12, breaking his recent momentum.

In the flyweight division, Tagir Ulanbekov moves up two spots to #7 after a strong performance in a back-and-forth bout against Azat Maksum. His win, backed by technical takedowns and control, edges him closer to the top 5.

Daria Zhelezniakova also jumps two spots at women's bantamweight, climbing to #13 after a gritty win over Mullins. Zhelezniakova’s early success and ability to withstand pressure highlighted her upside in a shallow division.

As the UFC turns the page toward a packed summer schedule, these shifts position Rountree Jr., Fiziev, and Ulanbekov as serious names to watch in the second half of 2025.

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