In the updated UFC rankings, Islam Makhachev remains at the top, holding the status of the best fighter regardless of weight category. The Dagestani has been confidently leading for over a year, leaving no doubt about his superiority.

In second place is American heavyweight Jon Jones, who has set an absolute record for the number of successful title defenses — 17. Brazilian middleweight champion Alex Pereira rounds out the top three.

Makhachev justifies his place at the top: he not only became champion in December 2022 but has since defended his title three times, confidently defeating the strongest opponents. His victories are often early, further confirming his dominance. He not only wins but also defeats top contenders in his division as well as titled champions, making him a leader in the eyes of fans and experts.