Lightweight division win streaks show dramatic turnover in rankings momentum

An analysis of the longest active win streaks in the UFC lightweight division reveals significant changes over the past two years. Currently, the top streaks are led by Islam Makhachev at 16 wins. One year ago, Makhachev had 14 wins with Paddy Pimblett at six. Two years ago, Makhachev led with 12 wins while fighters like Renato Moicano and Arman Tsarukyan had four to five. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, followed by Makhachev with nine and Beneil Dariush with seven. The shifting landscape demonstrates the volatile nature of momentum in one of the UFC's deepest divisions.