Best UFC Division Fighters

Jon Jones
Alexander Volkanovski
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Kamaru Usman
Valentina Shevchenko

It’s time to settle the score! Fight fans across New Jersey have been calling for a write-up on the best UFC Division Fighters, and we’ve sent our intrepid reporters behind-the-scenes to bring you all the latest buzz. Pound-for-pound, these athletes are masterclass.

They are at the top of their game, delivering the best ground and pound action in the cage, with the requisite fight skills, endurance and tactical prowess to make it count. With the pleasantries out of the way, let’s get down to business. Here are the best UFC Division Fighters – no holds barred.

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Jon Jones – Light Heavyweight Champion - 26 Wins – 1 Loss – 0 Draws

Jon Jones is one of the world’s most legendary UFC fighters. He has an impeccable record with 10 wins by KO, and 10 title defenses to his credit. With a striking accuracy of 58%, and a grappling accuracy of 44%, Jones ranks among the best of them. The majority of his strikes are at the head (47%), and 25% of strikes are at the body, and 29% of strikes are at the legs.

Jon Jones Last 3 UFC Fights

* Jones BEAT Reyes in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 247 February 8, 2020)
* Jones BEAT Santos in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 239 July 6, 2019)
* Jones BEAT Smith in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 235 March 2, 2019)

Alexander Volkanovski - Featherweight Champion – 21 Wins 1 Loss – 0 Draws

Alexander Volkanovski comes from an impeccable pedigree. His fighting abilities have been proven time and again. Few fighters can compare to his 18 fight win streak, with 11 wins by KO and 3 by submission (July 2020). Volkanovski has a striking accuracy of 57%, and a grappling accuracy of 35%. The majority of his strikes landed at the head (59%), and 12% of strikes at the body, and 29% of strikes at his opponents’ legs.

Alexander Volkanovski Last 3 UFC Fights

* Volkanovski BEAT Holloway in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 245 December 14, 2019)
* Volkanovski BEAT Aldo in Round 3 by Decision (UFC 237 May 11, 2019)
* Volkanovski BEAT Mendes in Round 2 by KO/TKO (UFC 232 December 29, 2018

Khabib Nurmagomedov Lightweight Champion 28 Wins – 0 Losses – 0 Draws

Khabib Nurmagomedov is a legendary fighter. His fighting pedigree is unparalleled and his record speaks volumes. Khabib’s 28 fight win streak is virtually unheard of in the sport, yet he has performed at the highest level against the toughest opponents. Khabib’s 8 wins by KO and 8 wins by Submission have been unbelievable and the best is yet to come.

Khabib has a striking accuracy of 50%, and a grappling accuracy of 45%. The overwhelming majority of his strikes are directed at his opponents’ heads at 87%. Just 8% of his strikes land on the body and 5% of strikes take place on the legs.

Khabib Nurmagomedov Last 3 UFC Fights

* Nurmagomedov BEAT Poirier in Round 3 by Submission (UFC 242 September 7, 2019)
* Nurmagomedov BEAT McGregor in Round 4 by Submission (UFC 229 October 6, 2018)
* Nurmagomedov BEAT Iaquinta in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 223 April 7, 2018)

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Kamaru Usman Welterweight Champion 16 Wins – 1 Loss – 0 Draws

The ‘Nigerian Nightmare’ a.k.a. Kamaru Usman is one of the hottest prospects in the sport. He boasts an impressive 15 fight win streak (July 2020) with 6 wins coming by way of KO and 8 wins by Decision. Usman has a 53% striking accuracy and a 51% grappling accuracy.

In terms of where his blows land, Usman nails his opponents with headshots 62% of the time, body shots at 29%, and leg shots at 9%.

Kamaru Usman Last 3 UFC Fights

* Usman BEAT Covington in Round 5 by KO (UFC 245 December 14, 2019)
* Usman BEAT Woodley in Round 5 by Decision (UFC 235 March 2, 2019)
* Usman BEAT Dos Anjos in Round 5 by Decision (UFC November 30, 2018)

Valentina Shevchenko Women’s Flyweight Champion 19 Wins – 3 Losses – 0 Draws

Valentina Shevchenko brings the crowds to life when she steps into the ring. Her fight record is certainly impressive with 19 wins and 3 losses. She has a 5 fight win streak and 5 wins by KO. 7 of her wins come by way of submission.

As with other fighters in her class, she has a striking accuracy of around 51% and a grappling accuracy of 55%.

Valentina Shevchenko Last 3 UFC Fights

* Shevchenko BEAT Chookagian in Round 3 by KO (UFC 247 February 8, 2020)
* Shevchenko BEAT Carmouche in Round 3 by Decision (UFC Fight Night August 10, 2019)
* Shevchenko BEAT Eye in Round 2 by Decision (UFC 238 June 8, 2019)

There you have it! The best UFC Division Fighters on the planet. These guys and gals are lethal weapons in the octagon. Stay tuned for the next article in our UFC series.

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