Asu Almabayev, a flyweight contender in the UFC, has been making waves with his recent victory over Mateus Nicolau. After jumping from No. 14 to No. 7 in the rankings, he's calling for a title shot against reigning champion Alexandre Pantoja. While some may see this as a bold move, Almabayev's performance and ranking justify his request.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianmazique/2024/10/23/ufcs-fastest-rising-fighter-should-be-one-win-away-from-a-title-shot/