Brazilian heavyweight Johnny Walker moved ahead of his brother Valter in the official UFC rankings following a knockout victory over Waldo Cortes Acosta of the Dominican Republic at UFC Fight Night on November 7, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Walker's finish propelled him up the heavyweight ladder, while Valter Walker has compiled a five-fight winning streak, all by submission. The brothers now find themselves in close proximity in the divisional rankings, marking a rare family milestone in the promotion.
