The UFC’s new AI-driven rankings and a wave of recent storylines took center stage on the latest edition of "Between the Links," as the panel dug into major changes and headlines across the sport.
The episode focused on the promotion’s newly revealed rankings, which were created using a new Meta process, and the shifts that came with the updated structure. The panel also addressed Dustin Poirier’s arrest and an associated viral video that has circulated online.
Beyond the rankings and legal news, the show examined Josh Hokit doubling down on his controversial post-fight interview following a stoppage win at UFC White House. Manel Kape’s knockout of Kyoji Horiguchi at UFC Vegas 119 was another key topic of discussion.
Looking ahead, the panel highlighted upcoming main events, including Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres headlining UFC Baku, and Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman being announced as the UFC Oklahoma City main event. Host Mike Heck and Jed Meshew also fielded viewer questions throughout the broadcast.
"Between the Links" airs live at Noon ET / 9 a.m. PT and is later available as a podcast across multiple platforms.
