# Do the new META RANKINGS work? Is using AI a threat to UFC's ability to polish STARS?

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Podcast: [Fight Disciples Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fight-disciples-podcast-6951451)
Published: 2026-06-23T13:00:00+00:00
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The UFC unveiled their new rankings system last night, powered by Meta, using a strict set of fighter performance guidelines. But can one set of rules for all athletes, enforced by AI, actually work? And who are the biggest winners and losers when asking AI to examine the careers of the world's greatest athletes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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