Aljamain Sterling has third-best winning percentage in UFC history after 23 fights

After 23 UFC fights, Aljamain Sterling holds an 18-5 record, giving him the third-best winning percentage in promotional history at that milestone. Only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4) had better records after their first 23 UFC bouts. Sterling's winning percentage surpasses legends like Robert Whittaker, Jose Aldo, Max Holloway, Anderson Silva, and others at the same career point. The analysis argues Sterling deserves recognition as an outstanding fighter, having won titles in two competitive weight classes and defeated elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo. Sterling recently defeated Said Nurmagomedov despite looking heavier than ever, demonstrating technical superiority by capitalizing on small mistakes.