5 undefeated UFC fighters set to dominate their divisions
Many stars and young prodigies fighting in the UFC have a bright future. Some of these young fighters make the old guards look fragile and weak. The new generation of mixed martial artists is well-rounded in every aspect of the sport. They don't rely heavily on a single aspect like striking or wrestling; they can do it all.
Even amongst these young guns, there are some fighters whose undefeated records stand out. Staying undefeated in mixed martial arts is a tough ask, as every single opponent is unique in their own way, bringing a new and different type of challenge.
Repeating dominant performance after dominant performance inside the octagon is uncommon, and only a few great fighters are able to accomplish this feat. These fighters have sacrificed their lifestyles to dominate their respective divisions.
Here's a look at five undefeated fighters set to dominate their respective divisions for years to come.
#5. Umar Nurmagomedov (UFC bantamweight)
The name Nurmagomedov feels very familiar when talking about dominant, undefeated fighters. Umar Nurmagomedov is the cousin of one of the greatest champions in the history of MMA: Khabib Nurmagomedov. Although a little smaller in build than his cousin, the Russian fights with the same high intensity grappling style.
The bantamweight contender also has some unique kicking techniques that separate him from the traditional Dagestani fighter. Nurmagomedov currently holds an undefeated record of 15-0. He is 3-0 in the UFC, winning two of those fights by submission and one via unanimous decision.
His latest victory came against Nate Maness this Saturday at UFC Fight Night: Tsarukyan vs Gamrot. After this win, it looks like the matchmakers will have to give him a high-ranked guy next, given how easily he has finished the competition put in front of him.
Nurmagomedov has been tipped by many, including his cousin, to be a future title holder and the way he is currently performing, it feels like just a matter of time before he gets his hand on the bantamweight gold.