Analysis: Aljamain Sterling's win percentage ranks among UFC's all-time best

After 23 fights in the UFC, Aljamain Sterling holds an 18-5 record, giving him the third-best win percentage at this career point behind only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4). Sterling's win percentage surpasses legendary fighters including Robert Whittaker, Sean Strickland, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, and others at the same career stage. The analysis highlights Sterling's victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo as historically significant achievements. The piece argues that Sterling, with championship reigns in two weight classes over 12 years, deserves recognition as an outstanding fighter and that one or two more major victories could cement his status as a legend.