After UFC 247, Dominick Reyes surpasses Thiago Marreta and becomes number one in the light heavyweight rankings

D. Reyes in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @domreyes24

Although he was defeated by Jon Jones in the judges' decision, in a fight that took place last Saturday (8), for UFC 247in Houston, Dominick reyes managed to shock the world and establish his name as one of the most dangerous light heavyweight athletes (up to 93kg). This Tuesday (12), Ultimate updated the category ranking and Reyes rose three positions, surpassing the Brazilian Thiago Marreta, which occupied first place.

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Rated as 'underdog' in UFC 247, Reyes managed to silence the critics and promote the biggest challenge of Jon's career to date. After five rounds of intense fighting, Dominick ended up defeated in a result that was criticized by fans and part of the specialized press.

After last weekend's spectacle, Ultimate's president, Dana White, in a press conference, stated that he scored the fight for the challenger, suggesting a counting error by the three judges responsible for promoting the official result.

For many, Jon was favored and should have been dethroned after being inferior to his opponent in the disputed duel.

In addition to leaving the North American card without the belt he dreamed of, Reyes also ended up losing his unbeaten record in his career. Dominick, 30 years old. When he climbed into the Octagon UFC 247, Reyes was on a 12-fight winning streak.

With the change in ranking, Marreta now finds himself in second place Daniel Cormier fell to fourth. Anthony Smith remains in third place.

D. Reyes jumps three positions in the UFC rankings. Photo: Disclosure

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