Analysis shows dramatic shifts in UFC lightweight division winning streaks over time

A detailed comparison reveals how winning streaks in the UFC lightweight division have evolved dramatically over recent years. Currently, Islam Makhachev leads with 15 consecutive wins, followed by Renato Moicano with 6, and Diego Lopes with 6. One year ago, Makhachev had 14 wins with Paddy Pimblett second at 6. Two years ago, Makhachev had 12 with Moicano and Pimblett tied at 5. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, Makhachev had 9, and Beneil Dariush had 7. The data illustrates both Makhachev's sustained dominance and the constant turnover among contenders in one of the UFC's deepest divisions.