The heavyweight division has a new name ready to become a top contender.

At UFC on ESPN 42, Sergei Pavlovich made quick work of Tai Tuivasa, finishing the fan-favorite brawler in less than a minute. The result was his sixth-straight first-round finish, while taking out his second big name after former title challenger Derrick Lewis in July. This week, he claims the No. 3 spot in the heavyweight division.

Also making moves this week is middleweight Roman Dolidze. Entering his contest unranked...

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