My favorite active UFC fighters, mostly based on how much I like to watch them fight, but personality plays a part too
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1
- Valentina Shevchenko
- "Bullet"
- 23-4-1
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Valentina is the apex example of a mixed martial artist. She has the cleanest and most intelligent striking in the sport and is my favorite fighter to watch.
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2
- Israel Adesanya
- "The Last Stylebender"
- 24-3-0
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The most advanced and technical striker on the men's roster, and everything he does is a spectacle. He creates iconic moments and is a prime example of the warrior spirit.
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3
- Khamzat Chimaev
- "Borz"
- 13-0-0
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There is no fighter I have ever been more excited for than I am for Khamzat. He possesses a level of raw talent the sport has never seen before. He just wants to smesh and I love it.
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4
- Sean O'Malley
- "Suga"
- 18-1-0, 1 NC
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14-0
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5
- Kevin Holland
- "Trailblazer"
- 25-11-0, 1 NC
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He has surgical striking ability and always puts on one type of show or another. Recently slid way down the rankings after the Brunson fight, earned his way back up a little after the Vettori fight.
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6
- Joanna Jędrzejczyk
- 16-5-0
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Joanna is right up there with Shevchenko in terms of her technique, striking variety and intelligence.
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7
- Rose Namajunas
- "Thug"
- 12-6-0
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Thug Rose! Thug Rose! I love her attitude as well as the remarkable steps she has made in her overall game. She has become one of the cleanest technical strikers in the sport.
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8
- Max Holloway
- "Blessed"
- 26-7-0
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Holloway is a marvel of striking technique. I've never watched one of his fights and not been entertained by the end, he's one of the most exciting fighters on the planet.
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9
- Kamaru Usman
- "Nigerian Nightmare"
- 20-4-0
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The greatest pound-for-pound fighters on the planet and in my opinion already one of the greatest of all time.
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10
- Darren Till
- "The Gorilla"
- 18-5-1
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There is nothing not to love about Darren Till
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11
- Charles Oliveira
- "do Bronx" | 34-10-0, 1 NC
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Speed, pace, and intensity. Do Bronx is such a fun watch
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12
- Weili Zhang
- "Magnum" | 25-3-0
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This woman is a phenomenon. The level of strength she possesses, coupled with intent for violence and excellent technique makee for an incredible mixed martial artist to watch.
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13
- Francis NGannou
- "The Predator" | 17-3-0
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You can't not love Francis, knowing his story and his level of determination. He possesses a level of power never before seen in combat sports.
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14
- Stipe Miocic
- 20-4-0
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The greatest heavyweight of all time, and an awesome guy.
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15
- Amanda Nunes
- "The Lioness" | 23-5-0
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The most dominant fighter of all time, my personal number one pound-for-pound fighter in the world, men's or women's.
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16
- Dan Hooker
- "The Hangman" | 23-12-0
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I love the way this guy brawls. He gives and takes damage, and gets into high-level trades. Also one of the best personalities and fighting spirits in MMA.
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17
- Jessica-Rose Clark
- "Jessy Jess" | 11-9-0, 1 NC
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Her footwork is incredible. She is so rarely out of position on her feet and I think she has a very high ceiling overall.
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18
- Derrick Lewis
- "The Black Beast" | 27-12-0, 1 NC
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The most quotable fighter on the roster, with the ability to end any fight with one shot. He keeps proving doubters wrong, and delivering unforgettable post-fight interviews.
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19
- Tom Aspinall
- 14-3-0
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He has all the makings of a future champion. He is the most athletic and well-rounded heavyweight prospect in recent years, and is developing very quickly. He and Gane are the future of the UFC heavyweight division.
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20
- Jon Jones
- "Bones" | 27-1-0, 1 NC
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Who I consider the greatest of all time. There just isn't anything like the intensity of a Jon Jones championship main event. If we ever get to see one again...
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