Jean Silva debuts in the featherweight rankings after submitting Bryce Mitchell at UFC 314; see the top 15

Jean Silva celebrates victory in UFC 314. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC India

Played last Saturday (12), the UFC 314 generated a lot of repercussion in the organization's official rankings, updated in the early hours of Tuesday (15), mainly in relation to the featherweight division (up to 65,7 kg). One of the main highlights is the name of Jean Silva appearing for the first time among the 15 best fighters in the category.

Brutal finishing protagonist on Bryce mitchell in one of the most anticipated fights of the event, Jean Silva debuted in 11th place in the category ranking. In addition, the Fighting Nerds student 'expelled' his rival from the top 15. Before, the North American occupied 13th place.

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The featherweight ranking once again features the name of Alexander Volkanovsky in its highest place. The Australian regained the belt in the category by overcoming, in the main fight of the UFC 314, the brazilian Diego lopes, who, despite the defeat, rose one position, taking second place, behind only the champion and Max Holloway.

Winners in UFC 314, Yair Rodriguez e Dan Ige also gained one position each in the ranking. The Mexican, who beat Patrick Pitbull, moved up to fourth place, tied with the Russian Movsar Evloev, while the Hawaiian rose to 14th, leaving behind Calvin kattar.

With the unprecedented presence of Jean Silva, see how the featherweight rankings were after UFC 314: