Lightweight division's longest active win streaks tracked over three years

An analysis tracks the evolution of the longest active winning streaks in the UFC lightweight division over a three-year period. Currently, the list is topped by Islam Makhachev with the longest streak, followed by several other contenders. One year ago in May 2025, the top five streaks were led by Islam Makhachev at 14 wins, Paddy Pimblett at 6, and three fighters tied at 5 wins each including Chase Hooper, Nasrat Haqparast, and Fares Ziam. Two years ago in May 2024, Makhachev led with 12 wins, followed by Renato Moicano and Pimblett at 5 each. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, Makhachev had 9, Beneil Dariush 7, and several fighters including Arman Tsarukyan had 5-win streaks. The data illustrates the shifting competitive landscape and momentum changes in one of the UFC's deepest divisions.