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Where We Stand: Bantamweight Division | March 2024

Sean O'Malley Exacted Revenge On His Way To His First Title Defense, But "Suga" Likely Has A Relentless Machine In His Sights Next

Whether you subscribe to the theory that “a champion must defend before really becoming the champion” or not, “Suga” Sean O’Malley passed his first title defense test with fluorescent colors. The technicolor striker made mincemeat of the lone man to hand him a loss in the Octagon and maintained his spot atop the deepest division on the roster. While a clear No. 1 contender exists, a handful of hopefuls are right on the cusp of getting their shot at gold, as well.