Sterling's UFC win percentage after 23 fights ranks third-best in history

After 23 UFC fights, Aljamain Sterling's 18-5 record gives him the third-best winning percentage in UFC history at that milestone. Only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4) had better records through 23 fights. Sterling's percentage surpasses legends like Whittaker, Strickland, Aldo, Holloway, Anderson Silva, Maia, Liddell, and Junior dos Santos at the same point. The post argues Sterling deserves recognition as an outstanding fighter, comparing his achievements favorably to past legends like Mirko Cro Cop. Sterling holds victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo, with Yan being described as a top-10 talent in sport history. The analysis suggests Sterling is one win away from great status and two wins from absolute legend status if he continues in the featherweight division.