Following the high-altitude action at Arena CDMX, the UFC’s return to Mexico City provided a night of major shifts across several weight classes.
From local favorites solidifying their status to an overseas underdog shocking the establishment, the card was a definitive turning point for several contenders.
Here are our power rankings for the main card winners from UFC Mexico:
UFC Mexico Power Rankings
1. Lone’er Kavanagh
The night’s biggest headline came from British standout Lone’er Kavanagh, who silenced the home crowd by toppling former two-time champion Brandon Moreno.
Stepping in on short notice, Kavanagh displayed the composure of a veteran, moving past a previous setback to outclass Moreno over five rounds.
By securing a unanimous decision, Kavanagh has jumped the queue in the flyweight division and now looks like a genuine threat to the 125-pound throne.
2. David Martinez
David Martinez continued his meteoric rise by taking down one of the bantamweight division’s most durable staples, Marlon “Chito” Vera. Martinez utilized a high-volume approach to outwork the former title challenger, extending his impressive winning streak to ten fights.
With a victory over a Top 10 opponent now on his resume, Martinez is rapidly transitioning from a regional prospect to a legitimate contender at 135 pounds.
3. Imanol Rodriguez
Few fighters made a more violent statement on their debut than Imanol Rodriguez. Despite facing early adversity and getting rocked in the first round by Kevin Borjas, Rodriguez kept his composure and waited for his opening.
He eventually found it in the second round, showing clinical precision with his MMA gloves to secure a TKO finish. Now 7-0, the newcomer appears to be a dangerous addition to the flyweight landscape.
4. King Green
Octagon veteran King Green proved once again that he shouldn’t be counted out. Coming off a difficult run, Green reminded the lightweight division of his lethal striking by stopping Daniel Zellhuber in the second round.
It was a vintage performance from the Californian, marking his 34th career win and 21st stoppage. The victory effectively halts Zellhuber’s momentum while propelling Green back into the mix for high-profile matchups in 2026.
5. Edgar Chairez
Rounding out the rankings is Edgar Chairez, who showed remarkable resilience in his return from a leg injury. Facing off against Felipe Bunes, Chairez fought through the rust to earn a hard-fought win in front of his compatriots.
Given that his only UFC losses have come against the elite of the division, Chairez’s ability to stay in the win column keeps him on a trajectory toward the flyweight rankings.
