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UFC fighter rankings: Gilbert Burns is the new top contender at welterweight

The UFC’s return to Nevada brought around some good action, and helped to elevate a couple of fighters in their divisions. Obviously the biggest change came due to the main event, with Gilbert Burns dominating former 170-pound champion Tyron Woodley on his way to a wide decision victory. That propelled Burns into the enviable position as number one contender at welterweight.

Other than that though, there wasn’t much going on in terms of relevancy coming out of UFC on ESPN 9. Here’s a look at all the changes this week.

Men’s P4P - Woodley’s loss bounced him from the P4P list.