A comparison of the longest active winning streaks in the UFC lightweight division shows significant changes over the past three years. Currently, Islam Makhachev leads with 16 consecutive victories. One year ago, Makhachev had 14 wins, with Paddy Pimblett at 6 and three fighters tied at 5 wins. Two years ago, Makhachev had 12 wins, with Renato Moicano and Pimblett at 5, and several fighters at 4 including Arman Tsarukyan. In April 2022, Charles Oliveira led with 10 wins, Makhachev had 9, Beneil Dariush had 7, and three fighters including Tsarukyan and Rafael Fiziev were at 5. The data illustrates the shifting competitive landscape at 155 pounds.
