The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has seen many legends showcasing their power, fitness, and skills in the Octagon over the years. However, only a few managed to write their name forever in the history book of UFC. This game is not just about the power, but it requires smart tactics and the ability to make decisions under immense pressure and in very little time. In this article, we’ve mentioned the top 5 greatest UFC fighters in the history of this sport.
Top 5 Greatest UFC Fighters in History
5. Demetrious Johnson
Demetrious Johnson, the 38-year-old UFC fighter, has playeda total of 30 fights and won 25 out of them with 1 draw. Known for his elite speed, footwork, and technique, Demetrious is an inaugural champion of the UFC Flyweight. He also holds the record for most consecutive UFC title defenses (11) and most consecutive wins (13) in FC Flyweight history. He has fought with opponents like Henry Cejudo, John Dodson, Joseph Benavidez, Ian McCall, and Kyoji Horiguchi.
4. Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the most popular MMA fighters in the world. Known for his dominant wrestling style, pressure, and ground control, the 36-year-old is undefeated in his career. He has won all of his 29 fights. If we talk about Khabib’s achievements, he is the UFC Lightweight Champion and has the most number of takedowns (21 vs. Abel Trujillo) in a UFC fight. Additionally, he holds the record for the longest unbeaten run (13-0) in UFC Lightweight history.
3. Georges St-Pierre
Known for his elite fight IQ, best takedown accuracy, high-level karate striking, and amazing gymnastics, Georges St-Pierre has fought a total of 28 fights in his career. From that, the 44-year-old won 26 and lost just 2. The notable fights he featured are against Matt Hughes, where he clinched his first win at UFC 65, and against Matt Serra, when he avenged his shocking loss at UFC 83. Georges St-Pierre is a 3-time UFC Welterweight Champion who won the UFC Middleweight Championship by defeating Michael Bisping at UFC 217.
2. Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva is regarded as one of the best UFC fighters in history. Known by the nickname “The Spider,” he has fought a total of 46 fights and won 34 out of them. He has titles like UFC Middleweight Champion, longest title reign in UFC history (2457 days), and most consecutive UFC wins (16), and he is the only fighter to win 3 UFC fights in 3 weight classes (MW, LHW, and catchweight).
1. Jon Jones
Jon Jones is regarded as the greatest UFC fighter of all time. The 38-year-old is the youngest ever UFC champion and holds multiple records for title defenses, title fight wins, and combined reign. He has fought a total of 30 fights and won 28 out of them. If we talk about his records and achievements, he is the Light Heavyweight Champion, Interim LHW Champion in 2016, and Heavyweight Champion and holds the record of most wins in FC title fights (16).
