One of the most electrifying moments came at UFC 239 when Jorge Masvidal knocked out Ben Askren with a devastating flying knee. The women’s division has also witnessed remarkable achievements, such as that of Amanda Nunes.

The octagon has been the stage for seemingly impossible feats. Each record is a reminder that in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the extraordinary is the norm, and the impossible is just another challenge to overcome.

Most finishes (Charles Oliveira)

Charles Oliveira has cemented his legacy in the UFC with the most finishes in the promotion’s history. With a staggering 20 finishes, he has showcased his diverse skill set, blending his striking power and jiu-jitsu mastery.

His ability to end fights in spectacular fashion—whether through submission or knockout—has made him one of the most dangerous and unpredictable fighters in the lightweight division.

His record not only highlights his offensive prowess but also underscores his status as a fighter who is always seeking the finish, making him a true spectacle inside the octagon.

Highest win percentage (Khabib Nurmagomedov)

Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s record of 29 wins and 0 losses is one of the most remarkable in UFC history, giving him the highest win percentage among all fighters. His undefeated streak is a testament to his unparalleled dominance and control inside the octagon.

With a focus on relentless pressure and grappling mastery, he systematically dismantled opponents, showcasing a style that left little room for errors. His remarkable consistency, combined with his ability to neutralize even the toughest competitors, has solidified his place as one of the greatest fighters the sport has ever seen.

Most takedowns in a single bout (Khabib Nurmagomedov)

Khabib Nurmagomedov also holds the record for the most takedowns in a single bout, with an astounding 21 takedowns during his fight against Abel Trujillo. This record highlights his grappling dominance and his relentless pursuit of control over his opponents.

His superior wrestling and ground game left Trujillo with no space to breathe, as he effortlessly transitioned from one takedown to another. This incredible display of dominance is a true representation of his ability to control the fight at will and further cements his legacy in the UFC.

Most wins by split decision (Gleison Tibau)

Gleison Tibau has earned the distinction of having the most wins by split decision in UFC history, with an impressive number of victories that showcase his ability to edge out opponents in closely contested fights. His tactical approach to each bout allowed him to navigate the razor-thin margins that often define split decision victories.

His strategic fight IQ and ability to manage tight situations on the scorecards have made him one of the most consistently competitive and resilient fighters throughout his career, often leaving judges with difficult decisions to make after a hard-fought battle.

Most bouts in the Heavyweight division (Andrei Arlovski)

With 25 bouts in the UFC’s heavyweight division, Andrei Arlovski holds the record for the most fights in this weight class. His longevity in the division, which has seen numerous changes in talent and competition, speaks volumes about his resilience and adaptability.

He has been a staple in the heavyweight division for over a decade, facing some of the biggest names in MMA. Despite the changing landscape, his ability to stay competitive and relevant in one of the most brutal weight classes showcases his enduring skill and determination.

Most total fight time (Frankie Edgar)

Frankie Edgar’s remarkable endurance has earned him the record for the most total fight time in UFC history, amassing over seven hours of in-octagon action. Known for his high-paced, relentless fighting style, he has always pushed the limits of what’s possible in terms of endurance.

His ability to stay competitive in long, grueling fights, often outworking opponents, has been a hallmark of his career. Whether in the lightweight or featherweight divisions, his resilience and work ethic have ensured that he remains one of the most durable and respected fighters in UFC history.

Most consecutive wins (Anderson Silva)

Anderson Silva‘s reign of dominance is exemplified by his record for the most consecutive wins in UFC history, with an incredible 16-fight win streak. During this run, he displayed an almost otherworldly combination of striking, precision and fight IQ, leaving a trail of defeated opponents in his wake.

His ability to remain untouchable for so long, facing the best fighters in the world, is a testament to his unparalleled skill and mental fortitude. His reign as middleweight champion, marked by this streak, remains one of the most iconic periods in UFC history.

Latest finish in a title bout (Demetrious Johnson)

Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson holds the record for the latest finish in a UFC title bout, showcasing his incredible ability to close out fights in the most dramatic fashion. His finish of Ray Borg at UFC 216 with a spectacular suplex-to-armbar in the fifth round is a perfect example of his creativity and technical brilliance.

His mastery in the octagon is highlighted by his ability to control every aspect of the fight, demonstrating that even in the final moments of a championship bout, he is capable of executing a flawless finish when it matters most.

Most finishes in a title bout (Anderson Silva)

Anderson Silva also holds the record for the most finishes in UFC title bouts, with a total of 10. His ability to finish fights on the biggest stages has made him a legend in the sport. His title defenses were often a display of precision striking and fluid movement, as he took out some of the toughest opponents in UFC history.

His finishes in title bouts, from knockouts to submissions, are a testament to his lethal abilities and his reputation as one of the most dominant champions the UFC has ever seen.

Fastest knockout (Jorge Masvidal)

Jorge Masvidal made history with the fastest knockout in UFC history, achieving a lightning-fast KO in just five seconds against Ben Askren at UFC 239. This explosive moment is etched into UFC lore, as he delivered a flying knee that knocked Askren out cold before he even had a chance to blink.

The sheer speed and precision of this knockout left fans and fighters alike in awe, further solidifying his reputation as one of the most dangerous and unpredictable strikers in the sport. His record is a testament to his ability to capitalize on the smallest window of opportunity, making it a perfect example of his explosive fighting style.

Most knockout of the night bonuses (Anderson Silva)

Anderson Silva holds the record for the most Knockout of the Night bonuses in UFC history, with a total of 7. Known for his flashy and often breathtaking striking, his ability to end fights with a single, precise shot made him a highlight reel staple throughout his career.

His legendary performances against fighters like Rich Franklin, Forrest Griffin, and Vitor Belfort demonstrated his striking supremacy, earning him these coveted bonuses time and again. His dynamic fighting style, combining fluid movement and technical precision, not only earned him victories but also left a lasting impact on how the sport views striking in MMA.

Most significant strikes landed (Max Holloway)

Max Holloway has proven himself to be one of the most prolific strikers in UFC history, setting the record for the most significant strikes landed in the promotion. His relentless pace and volume have made him a nightmare for opponents, as he continuously presses forward, landing an overwhelming number of punches and kicks.

His cardio, accuracy, and ability to outwork his adversaries over the course of a fight are key components of his striking dominance. Whether in his wars against Jose Aldo or his iconic performance against Calvin Kattar, his striking volume showcases his unyielding approach to every fight, further solidifying his place as one of the best in the business.

Most knockdowns (Donald Cerrone)

Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone holds the record for the most knockdowns in UFC history, a testament to his aggressive and versatile fighting style. His ability to land precise strikes from multiple angles has resulted in him dropping opponents on numerous occasions throughout his career.

His striking, combined with his vast experience in both kickboxing and MMA, made him a well-rounded threat capable of landing knockdowns across various weight classes. Known for his exciting, all-action approach to fights, his record reflects his tenacity and his penchant for taking risks inside the octagon, constantly looking for a way to finish his opponents.

Total fight time in a title bout (Jon Jones)

Jon Jones holds the record for the most total fight time in UFC title bouts, having spent an extraordinary amount of time in championship rounds. This achievement highlights his dominance and consistency in maintaining his reign over the light heavyweight division.

His ability to remain calm and composed, even in the later rounds of title defenses, has been a hallmark of his career. His strategic approach to managing fight time, coupled with his elite skill set, has allowed him to not only win but dominate in long, grueling battles.

Most knockouts in title bouts (Anderson Silva)

Anderson Silva once again makes his mark with the record for the most knockouts in UFC title bouts, a testament to his striking proficiency on the biggest stage. With 6 knockouts in championship fights, he displayed a level of precision and finishing ability rarely seen in the sport.

His ability to close the distance, set up strikes with immaculate timing, and then execute devastating knockouts in high-stakes moments made him a true force to be reckoned with. His title defenses were often a blend of calm calculation and explosive violence, solidifying his reputation as one of the most lethal strikers.

Most significant strikes in a title bout (Max Holloway)

Max Holloway’s record for the most significant strikes landed in a title bout is a testament to his relentless fighting style. In his championship clashes, he pushed the pace with his nonstop pressure, landing over 400 significant strikes against opponents like Brian Ortega and Frankie Edgar.

His ability to maintain an incredibly high work rate for all five rounds in title fights has been a key factor in his success. His striking volume, combined with his precise timing and high-output style, makes him one of the most dominant champions in UFC history, showcasing that cardio and a fierce work ethic can control the course of a fight in the most grueling of circumstances.

Most performance of the night bonuses (Charles Oliveira)

Charles Oliveira holds the record for the most Performance of the Night bonuses, a nod to his spectacular finishes inside the octagon. He has earned this recognition numerous times throughout his UFC career, largely due to his unmatched submission skills and ability to finish fights in a variety of ways.

Whether it’s his lightning-fast chokes or his devastating strikes, he has kept fans on the edge of their seats with each performance. His ability to evolve as a fighter and continue to submit or knock out top-tier opponents solidifies him as one of the most dangerous fighters in the sport, and his record-breaking bonus count is a testament to his consistent excellence inside the cage.

Most significant strikes in a single bout (Max Holloway)

Max Holloway also holds the record for the most significant strikes landed in a single bout, a remarkable achievement that showcases his sheer output and precision. His fight against Calvin Kattar in January 2021 is the centerpiece of this record, where Holloway landed an astonishing 445 significant strikes, surpassing the previous record by a wide margin.

This fight is widely considered one of the best displays of striking in UFC history. Holloway’s ability to maintain such an intense pace without sacrificing accuracy demonstrated his exceptional conditioning and technical proficiency, solidifying his place as one of the most prolific strikers.

Fastest submission (Oleg Taktarov)

Oleg Taktarov set the record for the fastest submission in UFC history, securing a tap-out victory over Anthony Macias in just 1 minute and 58 seconds at UFC 6. His quick submission remains one of the most impressive finishes in UFC history, and it highlights his mastery of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Known for his calm demeanor and technical grappling, his ability to quickly capitalize on openings and submit his opponents made him a standout fighter in the early days of the UFC. His swift victory demonstrated not only his grappling prowess but also his ability to seize an opportunity and finish a fight with speed and efficiency.

Highest pay-per-view buys (Khabib vs McGregor)

The fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor at UFC 229 in 2018 remains the most lucrative event in UFC history, with the highest pay-per-view buys ever recorded for a single fight. The bout generated an estimated 2.4 million buys, a figure that shattered previous records.

This fight was not just about two of the best fighters in the world meeting in the octagon, but it was also fueled by an intense and heated rivalry that captivated the world.

Khabib’s dominant victory over McGregor, combined with the buildup and drama surrounding the fight, cemented its place as the highest-grossing event in UFC history. This milestone set a new standard for pay-per-view revenue and showcased the global appeal of mixed martial arts.

Most title reigns (Randy Couture)

Randy Couture holds the record for the most title reigns in UFC history, with a remarkable total of six. Known for his wrestling pedigree and strategic approach, his reigns spanned across multiple weight divisions, making him one of the most versatile champions the UFC has ever seen. His reigns included both the Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight titles, a feat not many have been able to replicate.

His ability to reinvent himself throughout his career, overcoming tough opponents with his cardio, clinch game, and wrestling, cemented his legacy as one of the most influential fighters in UFC history. His six title reigns speak volumes about his resilience, skill, and adaptability inside the octagon.

Longest title reign (Anderson Silva)

Anderson Silva’s 2,457-day title reign in the UFC Middleweight division is not just a record—it’s a testament to his unparalleled dominance in the sport. He held onto the title for nearly seven years, a span that included 10 successful title defenses, the most in the division’s history. His reign was defined by his incredible striking, elusive movement, and ability to control his opponents in all aspects of the fight.

His unique style and precision made him nearly untouchable for the majority of his career, and his record title reign remains a symbol of excellence in UFC history. His reign is unlikely to be surpassed anytime soon, making him one of the greatest to ever step inside the octagon.

Oldest champion (Randy Couture)

Randy Couture’s achievements extend beyond his multiple title reigns—he also set the record as the oldest fighter to win a UFC championship. At 45 years old, he captured the UFC Heavyweight title by defeating Tim Sylvia at UFC 68. His victory was a stunning reminder of his skill and resilience, especially considering the physical demands of the sport and his age at the time.

His ability to compete at such a high level, even against younger, stronger opponents, made him a pioneer in showing that age is not necessarily a barrier to success. His victory over Sylvia remains one of the most remarkable moments in UFC history.

Longest combined title reign (Amanda Nunes)

Amanda Nunes holds the record for the longest combined title reign in UFC history, holding both the Bantamweight and Featherweight championships simultaneously for an extended period.

Her reign began in 2016 when she defeated Miesha Tate for the Bantamweight title, and she solidified her place as one of the sport’s greats with her Featherweight title win over Cris Cyborg in 2018. Her ability to dominate in two divisions with such consistency and success makes her one of the most accomplished fighters in UFC history.

Her combination of striking power, grappling, and well-rounded skill set has made her a force that no one in the women’s divisions has been able to challenge for years, resulting in her unprecedented reign across two weight classes.

Fastest knockout in a title bout (Conor McGregor)

Conor McGregor set the record for the fastest knockout in a title bout when he knocked out José Aldo in just 13 seconds at UFC 194. This lightning-fast finish stunned the MMA world and remains one of the most iconic moments in UFC history. His ability to capitalize on a single mistake, landing a left hook that left Aldo unconscious, showcased his precision and timing.

The knockout not only earned McGregor the UFC Featherweight title but also solidified his place as one of the most dangerous strikers in mixed martial arts. This swift victory became an enduring highlight of his career and a defining moment in UFC history.

While the UFC hasn’t been around for long, there are still some very impressive records that we don’t see being broken for some time. From fastest knockouts to most consecutive wins, we have it all.

These records are all as of April 2022and some of them are new as of this same year. We have some incredible achievements on this list so without further ado, here are the top 25most impressive UFC records!

25. Most finishes (Charles Oliveira)

A “finish” in mixed martial arts is when a fighter wins a fight before the fight time expires. This can be by submission or strikes, mostly knockouts. Charles Oliveira is a Brazilian fighter who currently holds the UFC Lightweight Champion belt.

Charles Oliveira has the most finishes in UFC history with 17and he achieved the record when he beat Michael Chandler to win his Lightweight belt, which he later raised to 18 in his last fight against Poirier. He also holds the record for the most submission wins at 15.

24. Highest win percentage (Khabib Nurmagomedov)

There are fighters who have quite literally only ever fought once, won that fight, and then retired. We aren’t talking about those fighters though. This record is the highest win percentage with the most fights.

Khabib Nurmagomedovhas the highest win percentage at 100% with 29bouts. He retired at the age of 31 after his victory overJustin Gaethje,leaving the question of how far he would have gone if he had continued fighting.

23. Most takedowns in a single bout (Khabib Nurmagomedov)

A takedown is when a fighter gets his opponent on the floor to try to grapple them into submission. Khabib Nurmagomedovwasan expert grappler and a fighter who retired undefeated while beating some big names like Conor McGregor.

Khabib is ranked as the #1 lightweight of all time and in one match he successfully pulled off 21 takedowns in the same bout. Sean Sherk came “close” with 16 takedowns in one match, but Khabib is at a different level.

22. Most wins by split decision (Gleison Tibau)

A split decision win occurs when two judges pick a fighter as the winner, while the third judge picks the other fighter. Split decisions are rare as it is. Most fights will be won by knockout, submission, or unanimous decision.

Gleison Tibau is a Brazilian fighter who currently competes in the Lightweight division. He has the record for the most split decision wins at 5. Tibau has an impressive 50 fights under his belt and he doesn’t look like he’s stopping anytime soon.

21. Most bouts in the Heavyweight division (Andrei Arlovski)

Heavyweight fighters are of the weight class that takes the biggest beatings and damage, so as a whole their cycles are usually pretty short lived. Most Heavyweight UFC fighters have an average of 10-15 bouts throughout their career.

Andrei Arlovski is aBelarusian-American fighter who has the record for the most bouts in the heavyweight division with an outstanding 55 bouts. He is a former Heavyweight Champion and the most impressive part is that he is still competing.

20. Most total fight time (Frankie Edgar)

As previously stated, most UFC fighters as a whole don’t rack up many bouts throughout their careers. The record for the most bouts in a calendar year is 5 and even then that is an absurd amount for a fighter.

Frankie Edgar is a former UFC Lightweight Championwho currently competes in the Bantamweight division. He is still competing and he has the record for the most total time fighting at 7 hours, 40 minutes, and 51 seconds.

19. Most consecutive wins (Anderson Silva)

Even the best of the best have received a loss or two in their career. It is particularly impressive when a fighter is on a hot streak and looking like no one could possibly stop them. That was the case for 7 years in this occasion.

Anderson Silva is a Brazilian fighter who has the record for the most consecutive wins at 16 in a 7 year span. At one point, Anderson Silva was the face of the UFC and he looked unstoppable.One of the hardest records to break for sure.

18. Latest finish in a title bout (Demetrious Johnson)

Late finishes aren’t very common as a whole, but what makes this one impressive is that it was in a title match. Demetrious Johnson is a former UFC Flyweight Champion who now competes for ONE championship.

Johnson has the record for the latest finish in a title bout and he got that title in the last round in minute 4:59. This means that there was only one second left for the entire fight to be over, this record is quite literally impossible to beat.

17. Most finishes in a title bout (Anderson Silva)

Finishing a fight before an official decision is impressive enough as it is. Fighters always try to finish off their opponents as fast as possible.This record is particularlyimpressive because all of these were to gain or retain a title.

Anderson Silva has the record for most finishes in title bouts with 9. No one is even close to beating this record currently and it just shows how dominant Silva really was in his prime. He is currently still competing so he has the chance to extend and break his own record.

16. Fastest knockout (Jorge Masvidal)

Everyone loves a good fightbut not as much as a good knockout. Most people watching UFC fights want to see some sort of insane knockout that will make highlight reels and be talked about for a while.

Jorge Masvidal is a Welterweight fighter that has the record for the fastest knockout in UFC history. This was in his bout against Ben Askren. Only 5 seconds into the fight Masvidal catches Askren with a flying knee that instantly ended the bout.

15. Most knockout of the night bonuses (Anderson Silva)

Knockout of the night is given to the most spectacular knockout in each fight night. This is impressive to get as it is because there are usually more than 10 fights per night. To even land a knockout on your opponent is impressive, but to get the knockout of the night too is something else.

Anderson Silva has the record for the most Knockout of the night bonuses with 7. The next fighter in line that is still actobve only has 4 KOTN bonuses. This is just another very impressive record that Silva has.

14. Most significant strikes landed (Max Holloway)

A significant strike in MMA is a power strike in the clinch and on the ground, as well as all strikes from a distance. This means that all short strikes don’t classify as significant strikes, those are just total strikes.

Max Holloway has the most significant strikes in all of UFC history. Holloway has landed 2618 significant strikes in his career and second place is Donald Cerrone with1727.Holloway is still competing so he will keep expanding this record and no one is even close to reaching him.

13. Most knockdowns (Donald Cerrone)

A knockdown is when a fighter touches the floor with any part of their body that isn’t their feet. A fighter can get knocked down by a hit or if the other fighter brings them to the floor to try to grapple them into submission.

Donald “Cowboy”Cerronehas the record for most knockdowns with 20. He also has the record for most wins in UFC historyand is known for his aggressive fighting style. This record should hold its ground for a while.

12. Total fight time in a title bout (Jon Jones)

Total fight time in title bouts is one of the most impressive records a fighter can hold. This means that whoever holds this title has the most amount of time competing for a Championship Belt, so they have spent the most time fighting in the biggest stage.

Jon Jones has the record for the most total fight time in title bouts with 4 hours, 39 minutes, and 47 seconds. He is a former two-time UFC Light Heavyweight Championwho is still competing in the UFC and can keep extending his record.

11. Most knockouts in title bouts (Anderson Silva)

Winning a Championship Belt via knockout in a title match is impressive enough as it is, but the record for the most knockout wins in title bouts is 7. Having that many knockouts in title fights is a crazy achievement.

Anderson Silva with yet another record here. All 7 knockout of the night bonuses that he got were all from title bouts so having both of those records is extremely impressive. No one holds more records than Silva and he’s still active to break more.

10. Most significant strikes in a title bout (Max Holloway)

We’ve already talked about significant strikes and what they consist of. This record is more impressive than the other one because this is the most significant strikes in title bouts. These are the biggest hits landed only in title fights.

Max Hollowayholds the record with 1208 hits and he is a master at landing significant strikes. He will come up on our list one more time for an even more impressive record that shows just how good he is.

9. Most performance of the night bonuses (Charles Oliveira)

The performance of the night bonus is awarded to the fighter who puts on the best and most thrilling individual performance of the night. To be the most impressive fighter amongaround 15-20 fighters in a night is already an achievement as it is.

Charles Oliveira is a Brazilian fighter who has won the performance of the night bonus 13times. The second fighter with the most performance of the night bonuses is Conor McGregor who has 7.

8. Most significant strikes in a single bout (Max Holloway)

When we’re talking about significant strikes, there is only one person we can count on and thats Max Holloway. His other two records are also about significant strikes and while they are impressive, this record beats the rest for one reason.

Max Holloway has the record for the most significant strikes landed in a single bout with 445. While that as it is, is incredibly impressive, what’s even more impressive is that the second most is 290 significant strikes. Who has the 290? Max Holloway also.

7. Fastest submission (Oleg Taktarov)

A submission is when a fighter pins the other one and makes them yield, or “tap out“,hence winning the match immediately. Submissions usually take some work and really good techinique to drop your opponent and catch him in the right combinations.

Oleg Taktarov has the fastest submission in UFC history, having done it in only 9 seconds. This is insanely impressive because fighters can literally spend minutes on the ground before they actually tap out. So to get an opponent on the floor and into submission in less than 10 seconds is very impressive.

6. Highest pay-per-view buys (Khabib vs McGregor)

Pay-per-view events are usually reserved for the biggest fights. Two huge names fighting against each other for the title. Conor McGregor has the first and second most PPV buys of all time which should really be no surprise to anyone.

Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Conor McGregor was the fight with the most pay-per-view fights in history. The fight had 2,400,000 PPV buys which beat the previous record of Conor McGregor vs Nate Diaz 2 which had 1,600,000 buys.

5. Most title reigns (Randy Couture)

A title reign is how many times a fighter challenges the current champion and beats them to strip them from theirChampionship Belt. It is very hard to fight a current champion for a title and come out on top as it is.

Randy Couture has done this 6 different times. That is facing a world champion 6 different times and stripping him from his belt which is something incredibly impressive. When you face the champion, you have to beat the best of the best to get that belt.

4. Longest title reign (Anderson Silva)

Reaching the top is incredibly hard. Fighters have to win numerous bouts to even get a shot at a championship belt and then winning that fight is another story. Once at the top, defending your title from hungry competitors is a massive challenge.

Anderson Silva is a fighter who knows what it’s like to be at the top, and stay there. He has the record for the longest consecutive title reign having held his belt for 2457 days. This means Silva remained the champion for almost 7 years.

3. Oldest champion (Randy Couture)

When they reach the top, most champions average being in their early-to-mid thirties. The average age of a UFC fighter is 31 years old with many retiring way before that. That’s what makes this record so impressive.

Randy Couture has the record for being the oldest champion in UFC history. Couture became a champion when he was 45 years old! He is the only fighter to have reclaimed his title 3different times and to have won a title after being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

2. Longest combined title reign (Amanda Nunes)

This record is the person who has the longest combined time as the champion. It is particularly impressive because the fighter with this record is consistently at the top. It is no surprise to anyone who this record belongs to.

Amanda Nunes has the record for the longest combined title reign with 2697 days. Nunes is widely regarded as the best female UFC fighter of all time and topsour own countdown in ourtop 25 best female fighters of all time list.

1. Fastest knockout in a title bout (Conor McGregor)

Knockouts are impressive as it is and even more so in a title bout to earn you the a championship belt. Most fights for the title of champion are tough bouts between two of the best fighters that often goes to a decision by judges.

Conor McGregor has the record for the fastest knockout in a title bout. He knocked out Jose Aldo in only 13 seconds to become the UFC Featherweight Champion and strip Aldo of his belt. The most impressive achievement in UFC history!

Female MMA wasn’t really a big deal until the UFC purchased them, but since they have, they have stayed relevant and very popular ever since. This list is taking into consideration all MMA promotions, like Bellator and Invicta FC, not just the UFC.

The very first official female MMA fight actually took place in the United States in 1997. Ever since, many women have made their mark on the sport. Some completely revolutionized the world of female fighting while others made it as popular as it is today. Without further ado, lets take a look at the top 25 greatest female MMA fighters of all time!

25. Michelle Waterson

Michelle Waterson, nicknamed “The Karate Hottie” is an American MMA fighter and model who competes in the UFC. She is a former Invicta FC Atomweight Champion and as of April 2021, she is ranked #9 in the UFCwomen’s strawweight rankings.

Waterson was ranked as the number 1 atomweight fighter in the world between 2013 and 2014. She has two Fight of the Year awards and the 2014 Most Vulgar Display of Power Award for her beatdown against Yasuko Tamada. Waterson has a record of 18 wins and 8 losses.

24. Carla Esparza

Carla Esparzais an American strawweight fighter who fights in the UFC. She is one of the most successful fighters in recent times and is well known for her grappling abilities. She was the very first Strawweight Champion in both the UFC and Invicta FC, holding both titles simultaneously at one point.

Esparza is the only woman to win two inaugural titles with two different MMA promotions and as of January 2021, she is fourth in the UFC’s women’s strawweight rankings. Known for her wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu skills, Esparza is one of the most well-rounded fighters there is. She has a record of 17 wins and 6 losses.

23. Zoila Gurgel

Zoila Gurgel,nicknamed the “Warrior Princess”, is an American fighter who was the very first Bellator Women’s Champion. She is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Taekwondo. Gurgel has competed in three different weight classes, Bantamweight, Flyweight, and Strawweight.

Gurgel’s father is a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo and her sister is also an MMA fighter, Stephanie Frausto. Gurgel started in Bellator where she was their very first female champion and then went to Invicta FC were she had a negative record. She has an overall record of 13 wins and 6 losses.

22. Miesha Tate

Miesha Tate,nicknamed “Cupcake“, is an American who competes in the UFC. She is a former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion who is known for her grappling skills. She was the inaugural champion in the UFC but she lost that title her very next fight against another fighter on this list, Ronda Rousey.

Tate lost against Cat Zingano and Ronda Rousey once more before winning three fights in a row and earning another title shot against Holly Holm. She defeated Holm and was crowned champion once again but the story repeated itself and she lost that title her very next fight. Tate has a record of 18 wins and 7 losses.

21. Jessica Andrade

Jessica Andradeis a Brazilian fighter who is currently signed to the UFC where she competes in the women’s flyweight division. She is the former UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion and as of October 2020, the number 1 in the UFC women’s flyweight rankings.

Andrade is one of the best Brazilian fighters and she is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She has a Performance of the Night award and three Fight of the Night awards while in the UFC. As of April 2021, she has the most knockouts in strawweight division history. Andrade has a record of 21 wins and 8 losses.

20. Julianna Pena

Julianna Pena,nicknamed “The Venezuelan Vixen“, is an American fighter who competes in the UFC. She was the first woman to win The Ultimate Fighter and has one Performance of the Night award. She is one of the best in the MMA scene.

Pena isnumber 6 in the UFC women’s bantamweight rankings as of April 2021. She won her first four consecutive fights as a professional before losing to Sarah Moras in 2012. Pena also won the 2021 January Submission of the Month for a recent fight against Sara McMann.She has a record of 10 wins and 4 losses.

19. Gina Carano

Gina Caranois an American fighter who competed in EliteXC and Strikeforce for 4 years. She was known as the face of women’s MMA because of her popularity at the time and she was also the first woman to headline a major MMA event alongside Cris Cyborg.

Carano spent only a few years in the MMA scene before becoming an actress, landing roles in movies like Fast & Furious 6, Deadpool, and the Disney+ show, The Mandalorian. She competed in the first ever women’s MMA bout in the state of Nevada which she won and she was close to joining the UFC in 2014. Carano has a record of 7 wins and 1 loss.

18. Megumi Fujii

Megumi Fujii,nicknamed “Mega Megu“, is a Japanese fighter who was a master in takedowns and submissions. She is a fantastic fighter but she is not higher on this list because she never faced top-tier names like some of our other fighters on this list. She is a black belt in Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Fujii was also the first Razryad International Master in Sambo and also achieved four second place finishes in World Sambo Tournaments. 73% of all her wins have been by submission and she won her first 22 bouts as a professional MMA figher. She has a record of 26 wins and 3 losses.

17. Cat Zingano

Cat Zinganois an American fighter signed to Bellator MMA, competing in their women’s featherweight division. She also competed for the UFC in the past and she became the very first woman to win a UFC fight by technical knockout. She is one of the best in the cage.

Zingano was also the first woman to be awarded the UFC Fight of the Night award. When she left the UFC she was ranked seventh in their women’s bantamweight rankings. She beganwrestling at age 12 and eventually became part of both the University of the Cumberlands and MacMurray College women’s teams where she became a 4-time All-American and National Champion. Zingano has a record of 12 wins and 4 losses.

16.Karolina Kowalkiewicz

Karolina Kowalkiewicz,nicknamed the “Polish Princess“, is a Polish fighter who currently fights for the UFC. She is the former Konfrontacja Sztuk Walk (better known as KSW) Women’s Flyweight Champion. She also competed in one Invicta FC bout where she won Fight of the Night before making the jump to the UFC in 2015.

Kowalkiewicz started her professional career going 10-0 and when she joined the UFC she was given a title shot againstJoanna Jędrzejczyk. She lost that fight and has struggled to bounce back since. Besides her recent losses no one can argue that she is one of the best female fighters in MMA history.Kowalkiewicz has a record of 12 wins and 6 losses.

15. Sarah Kaufman

Sarah Kaufmanis a Canadian fighter who competes in the women’s bantamweight division. She is the Invicta FC Bantamweight Champion and she was also the first Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Champion. She started her career going on a 12-0 unbeaten streak.

Kaufman has beat some of the best names in the sport but her unbeaten run came to an end when she facedMarloes Coenen. She has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu but also does a lot of wrestling when fighting. Kaufman has a record of 21 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no contest.

14. Rose Namajunas

Rose Namajunas,nicknamed “Thug Rose“, is an American fighter in the UFC who competes in the women’s strawweight division. She is a former UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion and as of December 2020, she is number 1 in the UFC Women’s Strawweight Rankings.

Namajunas is a very complete fighter who possesses good knockout power but can also pin her opponents into submission. She is a black belt in Taekwondo and Karate while also being a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Rose has a record of 9 wins and 4 losses.

13. Xiong Jingnan

Xiong Jingnan,nicknamed “The Panda“, is a Chinese fighter who is a legend in the MMA world. She is the inaugural and reigning ONE Women’s Strawweight World Champion and was also the first ever Chinese World Champion in MMA history.

Jingnan has won most of her fights by knockout and she has four successful title defenses. She is still fighting and we could see her way higher on this list in a couple of years if she can keep her form. She has a record of 14 wins and 2 losses.

12. Tara LaRosa

Tara LaRosais an American fighter who is very decorated. She has never fought in the UFC and most of her success has been while fighting for BodogFight. She was the firstand only BodogFight Women’s Bantamweight Champion. She has also competed in 12 Grappling World Championships where she won gold in 6 of them.

LaRosa was the number 1 flyweight between 2010 and 2012. Based on her many grappling medals, she is one of the most decorated grapplers that MMA has ever seen. In 2013, LaRosa was inducted into the New Jersey Martial Arts Hall of Fame. She has a record of 22 wins and 5 losses.

11. Holly Holm

Holly Holm,nicknamed “The Preacher’s Daughter“, is an American fighter who competes in the UFC. She is the former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion and was also a very successful professional boxer where she defended her titles 18 times in three different weight classes.

Holm had a boxing record of 33 wins and 3 losses before joining the UFC in 2014. She has been one of the best fighters in two different women’s divisions and she also knocked out Ronda Rousey in only her third UFC fight to become the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion. She has a record of 14 wins and 5 losses.

10. Claudia Gedelha

Claudia Gedelhais a Brazilian fighter who competes in the Women’s Strawweight division of the UFC. As of April 2021, she is number eight in the UFC women’s strawweight rankings. She is a second degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and has won 14 BJJ world championships.

Gadelha won the first Women’s Strawweight fight in UFC history and has also won the Fight of the Night award two times,against Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Karolina Kowalkiewicz. She also won the Performance of the Night award in her fight against Kowalkiewicz.She has a record of 18 wins and 5 losses.

9. Marloes Coenen

Marloes Coenenis a retired Dutch fighter who was also a former Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Champion. She joined Strikeforce and lost to Cris Cyborg but then beat SarahKaufman to win the Women’s Bantamweight Title.

Coenen is a grappling expert who has won 74% of her fights by submission. She won her first eight bouts while competing professionally and in November of 2000, she also won the ReMix World Cup. The ReMix World Cup was the first female MMA championship which makes her the first ever femaleMMA champion. Coenen has a record of 23 wins and 8 losses.

8. Zhang Weili

Zhang Weiliis an active Chinese fighter who currently competes in the UFC under the strawweight division. As of April 2021, Weili is the only Chinese person to hold any title in the UFC. She was the former Kunlun Fight (KLF) Strawweight Championand is the current UFC Women’s Strawweight World Champion.

Weili spent most of her career fighting in the KLF, with many people believingthat she is the best fighter to ever compete in the competition. She has also defeated some huge names like Jessica Andrade and Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Weili has a record of 21 wins and 1 loss.

7. Jennifer Maia

Jennifer Maiais a Brazilian fighter who competes in the UFC under theflyweight division. As of April 2021, she is ranked fourth in the UFC women’s flyweight rankings. Maia is the former Invicta FC Flyweight World Champion. She is an absolute machine!

Maia won her first four professional MMAfights, all of them in the first round. She won the UFC Performance of the Night award for her fight against Joanne Calderwood and won two Invicta FC Fight of the Night awards for her bouts against Vanessa Porto and Roxanne Modafferi. Maia has a record of 18 wins, 7 losses, and 1 draw.

6. Satoko Shinashi

Satoko Shinashiis a Japanese fighter who is a submission expert. She is widely regarded as the best Japanese female MMA fighter of all time. She has won most of her fights by submission and was almost impossible to beat in her prime!

Shinashi won the Smackgirl Lightweight Championship and the Deep Women’s Flyweight Championship. She retired in 2008 when she found out she was pregnant but she came back in 2014 where she had 5 fights and won them all. Shinashi has a record of 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw.

5. Valentina Shevchenko

Valentina Shevchenkois a Kyrgyzstani-Peruvian fighter who competes in the UFC under the women’s flyweight division. The “Bullet” is the current UFC Women’s Flyweight Champion and she got that title by defeating none other than Joanna Jedrzejczyk.

Shevchenko won the goldmedal at theI.F.M.A World Championship 8 times and won a silver medal the only time she participated and didn’t win. She has defeated big names like Holly Holm,Sarah Kaufman, andJoanna Jędrzejczyk. Shevchenko has a record of 20 wins and 3 losses.

4.Joanna Jedrzejczyk

Joanna Jedrzejczykis a Polish fighter who competes in the UFC under the women’s flyweight and strawweight divisions. She was considered as THE best female fighter at one point but her recent form has hurt that reputation a bit. Before doing MMAshe was a kickboxer winning World Championships in three different organizations.

Jedrzejczyk is a former UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion. She defendedher title 5 times before eventually losing it to Rose Namajunas. She also has the most wins in UFC Women’s Strawweight history and the most title fights as well.Jedrzejczyk has a record of 16 wins and 4 losses.

3. Ronda Rousey

Ronda Rouseyis a former American fighter who spent most of her career in the UFC under the women’s bantamweight division. She was the first American woman to win an Olympic medal in judo and also won her MMA debut for King of the Cage. She has definitely had one of the biggest, if not THE biggest, impact in the world of female MMA.

Rousey beat some big names likeSarah Kaufman,Julia Budd, andMeisha Tate. She won the Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Title and the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Title. In 2018, she became the first woman to ever be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Rousey has a record of 12 wins and 2 losses.

2. Cristiane Justino

Cristiane Justino,better known as Cris Cyborg, is a Brazilian-American fighter who competes in Bellator MMA under the featherweight division. As of April 2021, she is the current Bellator Women’s Featherweight Champion. She is also a former UFC, Invicta FC, and Strikeforce Featherweight Champion.

Justino defended her title against Hiroko Yamanaka but it was still stripped from her because she tested positive for anabolic steroids. She then won the UFC Women’s Featherweight Championship until she faced Amanda Nunes. Cyborg has one of the most impressive accolades in female MMA history. Her record is 23 wins, 2 losses, and 1 no contest.

1. Amanda Nunes

Amanda Nunesis a Brazilian fighter who competes in the UFC under the bantamweight and featherweight divisions. As of April 2021, she is the current UFC Women’s Bantamweight and Featherweight Champion. She is the first woman to become a two-division UFC champion.

Nunes has defeated some massive names likeValentina Shevchenko,Ronda Rousey, and Cris Cyborg. She is the first person in UFC history to successfully defend two titles in two different divisions while holding them both at the same time. She has a record of 21 wins and 4 losses. It’s hard to argue that Amanda Nunes isn’t the greatest ever after defeating the biggest names in women’s mma and being a two division champion!