Aljamain Sterling's UFC win rate ranks third-best after 23 fights

After 23 UFC fights, Aljamain Sterling's 18-5 record gives him the third-best win percentage in UFC history at that milestone, behind only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4). Sterling's win rate surpasses legends including Robert Whittaker, Sean Strickland, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, Demian Maia, Chuck Liddell, and Junior Dos Santos. The analysis argues Sterling deserves recognition as an outstanding fighter, suggesting his career achievements rival or exceed historical figures like Mirko Cro Cop when evaluated purely on in-cage accomplishments. Sterling's victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan (in their controversial rematch scored 3-2 by judges) and Henry Cejudo are highlighted as historically significant. The post suggests Sterling is one victory away from "great" status and two from becoming an absolute legend, particularly if he can defeat top featherweights like Diego Lopes or Lerone Murphy to earn another title shot.