Lightweight division win streaks compared across three years

A comparison of the longest active win streaks in the UFC lightweight division shows how the landscape has changed over three years. Currently, Islam Makhachev leads with 16 wins, followed by Diego Lopes (6), Chase Hooper (6), Nasrat Haqparast (6), and Fares Ziam (6). One year ago, Makhachev had 14 wins with Paddy Pimblett second at 6. Two years ago, Makhachev had 12 wins with multiple fighters at 4-5 wins including Arman Tsarukyan. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, Makhachev had 9, and Beneil Dariush had 7. The data illustrates the evolution of divisional dominance and competitive depth.