UFC Fighter Rankings
Performance-based ELO power rankings · Title fights weighted higher · Updated after every event
2026 Season151
Azat Maksum
L3
152
Abdul Razak Alhassan
6 KOs
L1 153
Jose Johnson
1 Sub
L2 154
Brad Katona
L2
155
AJ Dobson
L1
156
Pannie Kianzad
L3
157
Shayilan Nuerdanbieke
1 KO
L2 158
Brendon Marotte
L2
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159
Yusaku Kinoshita
L2
160
Jamie Mullarkey
2 KOs
L1 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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