UFC
UFC Middleweight Rankings
UFC's algorithmic rankings, built with Meta, computed from fight results, opponent quality and recency, updated the Monday after every UFC event. Introduced in June 2026. Updated Aug 18, 2026
The traditional UFC rankings, voted by a panel of media members after each event, tracked here since 2013. Updated Aug 11, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Who is the current UFC Middleweight champion?
Sean Strickland is the current UFC Middleweight champion.
Who is the #1 ranked UFC Middleweight contender?
Khamzat Chimaev is the #1 ranked contender in the UFC Middleweight division.
What is the difference between UFC Media Rankings and Meta Rankings?
UFC publishes two ranking systems: the traditional media rankings, voted by a panel of media members, and the Meta UFC Rankings, introduced in June 2026, which are computed by an algorithm from fight results, opponent strength and activity.