Analysis ranks Sterling among UFC's most successful fighters after 23 bouts

After 23 UFC fights, Aljamain Sterling's 18-5 record gives him one of the best winning percentages in promotional history. Only Jon Jones (22-1) and Donald Cerrone (19-4) had better records at the same milestone. Sterling matches Dustin Poirier and Matt Hughes at 18-5. The analysis argues Sterling's accomplishments, including championship-level performances in two competitive weight classes and victories over elite opponents like Petr Yan and Henry Cejudo, place him among the sport's greats. The piece includes detailed round-by-round analysis of Sterling's second fight with Yan, concluding it was correctly scored 3-2 for Sterling. Sterling's recent victory over an opponent described as strong (context suggests Zalal) further solidifies his legacy, with the author suggesting he's one or two wins away from legendary status.