Sterling's UFC record of 18-5 after 23 fights rivals historic greats

After 23 fights in the UFC, Aljamain Sterling holds an 18-5 record, which places him among the elite win percentages in promotional history. Only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4) had better records after the same number of UFC appearances. Sterling's winning percentage surpasses legends including Robert Whittaker, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, and Chuck Liddell at the same career point. The analysis argues that Sterling's victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo, combined with his success in two weight classes, establish him as an outstanding fighter deserving greater recognition. The post includes detailed round-by-round analysis of Sterling's split decision victory over Yan.