Lightweight division win streak analysis shows dramatic turnover in two years

A comparison of the longest active win streaks in UFC's lightweight division reveals significant changes over the past two years. Currently, Islam Makhachev leads with 16 consecutive wins, followed by Arman Tsarukyan with 7, Renato Moicano with 6, and several fighters tied at 5 wins. One year ago, Makhachev had 14 straight wins, with Paddy Pimblett holding second place at 6. Two years ago, Makhachev had 12 wins while Moicano, Pimblett, Drakkar Klose, Mike Davis, and Tsarukyan all had between 4-5 consecutive victories. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, Makhachev had 9, Beneil Dariush had 7, and multiple fighters held 5-fight streaks. The data illustrates both the division's competitive volatility and Makhachev's sustained dominance.