UFC Fighter Rankings
Performance-based ELO power rankings · Title fights worth 3x · Updated after every event
2026 Season
1,317
Highest ELO
981
Average ELO
1,971
Ranked
1241
Jesse Butler
L2
1242
Mike Breeden
💥 1 KOs
W1 1243
Reese Andy
L2
1244
Warlley Alves
💥 3 KOs
🥋 3 Subs
L4 1245
♕
Thiago Alves
💥 8 KOs
🥋 1 Subs
L2 1246
Nick Aguirre
L2
1247
♕
Besam Yousef
L2
1248
Val Woodburn
L2
1249
Eric Wisely
L2
1250
♕
Jim Wallhead
L2
♕ How ELO Rankings Work
Our UFC fighter rankings use the ELO rating system to provide objective, performance-based power rankings. Unlike official UFC rankings determined by media voting, our system calculates ratings purely from fight results.
Every fighter starts at 1000 ELO. After each fight, ratings adjust based on outcome and opponent strength. KO/submissions earn bonus points, and title fights are worth 3x normal value. The system is updated automatically after every UFC event.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How are UFC fighter rankings calculated?
ELO ratings are based on wins, losses, finish bonuses, opponent quality, and title fight multipliers. The system rewards beating strong opponents and penalizes losses to lower-ranked fighters. Rankings update automatically after every UFC event.
Are these official UFC rankings?
No, these are independent performance-based rankings. Official UFC rankings use media panel voting. Our ELO system is purely data-driven and objective, providing a complementary perspective on fighter performance.
What does "Peak ELO" mean?
Peak ELO is the highest ELO rating a fighter has ever achieved in their career. It represents their best form. You can sort by Peak ELO to see who has reached the highest levels of performance, regardless of their current rating.
How often are rankings updated?
Rankings are recalculated after every UFC event. Each fight result triggers an ELO adjustment for both fighters involved, so the rankings always reflect the most recent results.
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