Sure, the welterweight division was on full display in this past weekend’s dual UFC events. But let’s be honest, this is Conor McGregor ’s world, and we’re all just living in it. While, the “Notorious” McGregor struggled early against fellow featherweight Chad Mendes at UFC 189, the Irishman rallied for a second-round TKO victory to claim the UFC’s interim featherweight title. The victory also saw McGregor make a move up the featherweight rankings, as well as debut on the pound-for-pound list. With another two UFC events this week – not to mention a Bellator MMA card – expect more changes in the next edition, too. Ahead of the busy week, check out all the rankings above
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