After 23 UFC fights, Aljamain Sterling holds an 18-5 record, which ranks third-best in promotion history behind only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4). Sterling's winning percentage surpasses legends like Robert Whittaker, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, and Mirko Cro Cop at the same career stage. The post argues Sterling's victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo represent historic achievements, with Yan ranked among the top-10 most talented fighters ever. In his recent move to featherweight, Sterling has defeated three strong opponents despite being past his prime, with only a loss to top contender Movsar Evloev. A detailed re-analysis of the second Yan fight confirms the 3-2 split decision was correct, with Sterling winning through accumulating points early in rounds. The post suggests Sterling is one victory away from great status and two from absolute legend status if he can defeat Diego Lopes or Lerone Murphy and eventually challenge for the featherweight title.
