Aljamain Sterling's 18-5 UFC record ranks among best after 23 fights

After 23 fights in the UFC, Aljamain Sterling holds an 18-5 record, which ranks third-best in UFC history at that milestone behind only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4). The post argues Sterling deserves recognition as an outstanding fighter, with a better win percentage than legends like Robert Whittaker, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, and Mirko Cro Cop after the same number of octagon appearances. The analysis highlights Sterling's victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo, suggesting he is one victory away from greatness and two from legendary status. Sterling's recent performance showed championship-level skill across two competitive weight classes over a 12-year career.