ESPN has conducted a midyear evaluation of all UFC divisions, providing comprehensive assessments of their current standings and prospects. The analysis highlights both strong performances and concerning trends across various weight classes. In particular, the lightweight division has been highlighted as one of the most competitive, with several top fighters vying for dominance.
On the other hand, the women’s bantamweight division has received an ‘F’ rating, indicating significant struggles and a lack of competitive depth. This assessment follows recent controversies and a string of unimpressive performances, raising questions about the division’s future. The overall report serves as a critical look at the UFC’s landscape as it heads into the latter half of the year, offering fans and analysts insights into where each division stands.