MMA Junkie Power Index, Mar. 15-21: Lightweight stars finally get their shot at gold

Every time fighters step into the cage or ring, they’re looking to claim a win, make a statement and progress their careers toward a specific goal. Some are looking to climb the ladder. Others may have a score to settle. And the sport’s top athletes have their sights set on championship gold.

The MMA Junkie Power Index takes into account not just the most recent performances inside the cage, but the possibility fighters can stay front and center in the MMA consciousness even without fighting.

After a week that included UFC on ESPN 21 and Cage Warriors 122, who made the biggest strides and delivered the week’s most powerful performances, in the cage or out of it?

Check out the MMA Junkie Power Index for Mar. 15-21.