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Justin Gaethje and Sean O’Malley secured significant victories on Saturday, but questions remain about their paths to undisputed titles. Gaethje’s win positions him as a top contender, though light weight champion Islam Makhachev may favor other matchups. O’Malley’s victory cemented his status as the top bantamweight contender, but the current champion, Merab Dvalishvili, poses a formidable stylistic challenge. While both fighters have made strong cases for title shots, the UFC’s matchmaking decisions will ultimately determine if these wins lead to undisputed glory or require further validation.
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