Lightweight Rankings
Filters Lightweight · Fan ratings · Retired / Inactive
121
Rashid Magomedov
1 KO
W1
122
Maheshate
1 KO
L2
123
John Makdessi
3 KOs
L2
124
Cristiano Marcello
L2
125
Anthony Rocco Martin
1 KO
3 Subs
L1
126
Henry Martinez
L1
127
Adriano Martins
2 KOs
1 Sub
L2
128
Gray Maynard
1 KO
L1
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129
Cody McKenzie
2 Subs
L1
130
Yancy Medeiros
2 KOs
3 Subs
L4
131
Gilbert Melendez
L5
132
David Michaud
L1
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133
Nate Mohr
L2
134
Omar Morales
L3
135
Dan Moret
L3
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the UFC Lightweight champion?
Justin Gaethje is the UFC Lightweight champion. Charles Oliveira is next in line for a title shot.
Who is the best Lightweight fighter right now?
Our ELO rankings show the best Lightweight fighters based on performance. Fighters are ranked by their current ELO rating, which adjusts after every fight based on outcome and opponent strength. Use the Active filter to see only current competitors.
What is the difference between Current ELO and Peak ELO?
Current ELO is the fighter's rating right now, reflecting all wins, losses, and inactivity decay. Peak ELO is the highest rating they ever achieved in their career. A fighter at their peak will show the same value for both.
How do Fan Poll rankings work for Lightweight?
Fan Poll rankings are based on head-to-head voting. The community is shown two fighters and votes for who they think is better. These votes are processed through an ELO system to produce rankings that reflect collective fan opinion.
How often are Lightweight rankings updated?
ELO rankings update automatically after every UFC event. Fan Poll and Fan Rating rankings update in real-time as votes come in. Check back after each event to see how results shake up the division.