Many fighters can intimidate anyone with their terrifying appearance...
1. Alistair Overeem- this is the one you wouldn’t want to meet in an alley at night. His two-meter height, scar on his face and grin are not all that make him the most fearsome fighter. In addition, he is one of the toughest, which is immediately evident in battles - he destroys his opponents to dust, fully justifying his nickname “Destroyer”.
2. Would you be scared if you saw the Hulk? What if you had to fight him? Antonio Bigfoot Silva one of these strongmen. He is confident and calm, which is worth his roar after the fight and his behavior in general. You won't envy his rivals.
3. Choi Hong Man called the "Korean monster" or the "Korean colossus". With a weight of 165 kg and a height of 2 meters 18 cm, he is one of the most large representatives combat sports in the world. At the same time, he suffers from acromegaly, which provokes constant growth and thickening of the bones, especially in the facial part. Hong Man Choi is no longer involved in fighting, but despite his illness, he won the 2006 K-1 Grand Prix in Seoul.
4. Emmanuel Yarborough- American mixed martial artist and sumo wrestler. His main problem is excess weight. With a height of 2 meters, his weight is 320 kg. He made his debut as an MMA fighter in September 1994. The opponent was 180 kg lighter than Yarborough, but he failed to win this fight, but he tore his opponent’s tights and knocked down the door to enter the arena. In MMA, Yarborough participated in three fights, winning one.
5. Mariusz Pudzianowski all fans of extreme power sports know, because he is the only person who managed to win 5 times in the “Most strong man in the world". He shocked the whole world with his records, but this was not enough for him and in 2009, at the age of 32, he decided to try his hand at MMA. All the skeptics said that this was just a one-time thing, but Mariusz is still performing and showing impressive results.
6. Once a giant Bob Sapp was a tough fighter, mainly due to his intimidating appearance and ability to show spectacular fights. But since 2009, his career suddenly began to decline. Sapp stopped hitting his opponents, giving up after the first missed blow. As the fighter himself said, it became unprofitable for him to pay for expensive treatment after fights; it was easier to go into the ring, let himself be kicked and get paid for it. So he earned 10 million dollars and retired.
7. Stefan Struve- The tallest UFC fighter and one of the tallest guys in MMA history. His height is 211 cm. Many victories were brought to him by fighting techniques, which, undoubtedly, can be attributed to his main weapon. Now he is actively continuing to work on improving combat techniques and tactics, trains hard and is in excellent physical shape.
8. Pot-bellied hero Alexandru Lungu or otherwise, the “enraged Romanian hippopotamus” weighs 170 kg with a height of 183 cm. Of the 17 fights he fought, he won in 13 and lost in 4. What do you say, him gigantic size clearly his advantage.
9. Brock Lesnar- five-time WWE world champion, UFC heavyweight champion, NJPW world champion and NCAA wrestling champion; the only person in history to win titles in each of these organizations. A huge killing machine, with hair like a Navy SEAL and brutal tattoos on his enormous torso - this is what one of the most popular fighters in the history of sports looks like.
10. Eric Ash better known by his nickname "Butterbean" is an American heavyweight boxer, kickboxer and mixed martial artist. Eric weighs about 200 kg, but despite this he is very fast and incredibly strong! You could see him in many modern teenage boxing simulators, for example, in the famous “Knockout Kings 2001” in his famous boxing shorts in the color of the American flag, as well as in the cartoons “Despicable Me” and “Octopussy”. He also played himself in the film Jackass.
In the history of mixed martial arts, especially the UFC, there have been many fighters who have demonstrated exemplary skill and technique. The extent of strength, endurance and physical power of these people illustrates how diverse the sport is. However, among many experienced fighters, only a few names are mentioned when it comes to the "Greatest of All Time".
Below are the names of five fighters who have been considered among the best in the world of mixed martial arts for many years. These fighters displayed technique, skill and impressive statistics that cemented them as the greatest representatives of MMA, but the ranking also took into account their overall impact on the sport.
No. 1 Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko is a fighter who is considered a true MMA legend. The best athletes in the world respect him, and fans never tire of admiring “The Last Emperor.”
Technique: Unlike many fighters who use a variety of punches and kicks, Emelianenko always acted quite simply, focusing his attention on heavy punches. However, what made Fedora a genius fighter was her ability to perfectly adapt to any situation and think strategically. An experienced sambist and judoka, he performed throws and takedowns at the most opportune moments. Emelianenko was one of the fighters who unleashed everything in his arsenal on his opponents, demonstrating mixed martial arts at its brightest.
Career overview: being 182 centimeters tall, legendary Russian fighter won 36 fights with 5 defeats and has a 10-year winning streak behind him, an achievement that not everyone can boast of. In addition, in 2010, Emelianenko was named the fighter of the decade, defeating the best representatives of his era. " The last Emperor" has not only achieved numerous awards such as: Pride champion, four-time world champion and nine-time Russian champion in combat sambo, but is also recognized by fighters and fans as one of the "Greatest of All Time".
#2 Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva is popular among fans and fighters alike for his varied style and ability to dodge punches just like the great Muhammad Ali once did. Born and flying the Brazilian flag, Silva has a reach of 197 cm, with a height of 188.
Technique: Known primarily for his stand-up style, Silva used various elements Taekwondo, Brazilian Muay Thai and boxing to avoid opponents' blows and hit them so hard that they remained shocked even after the fight was over. One of the reasons for the effectiveness of the legendary "Spider" was the inability of opponents to unravel the secrets of his style. This made Silva completely unpredictable.
Career overview: Having in track record With 34 wins and 8 losses, Silva brought flamboyance and personality to the cage, showing today's fighters what a real show is all about. Of “The Spider’s” 34 victories, more than half came by knockout, which indicates that Anderson has a good punch. In addition, Silva is a fighter who has held the title for 2,457 days, making 10 consecutive successful defenses. Personally, UFC President Dana White calls Anderson Silva one of the greatest mixed martial arts fighters in history.
No. 3 Georges St. Pierre
Quebec native Georges St-Pierre is considered one of the best tactical fighters of all time. The Canadian earned the nickname "Rush" due to his ability to give himself completely to a fight and maintain an inexhaustible supply of energy throughout the fight. St-Pierre may not have put on a great show in the cage, but he certainly has earned a ton of respect for his strategic and tactical approach to business.
Technique: What made Georges St-Pierre truly great was his versatility. The ability to change tactics depending on the opponent made him dangerous for any fighter. Whether it was trading punches, grappling or wrestling, Georges was good in each of these aspects. The ability to read his opponent and apply the necessary technical elements made the Canadian fighter deadly.
Career overview: Georges St-Pierre's record includes 25 victories and 2 defeats. The Canadian became the UFC champion at a fairly young age and for a long time was considered the best fighter in the welterweight category. "Rush" retired in 2013 with the second-longest streak of successful title defenses. Last year, St-Pierre returned and became the middleweight champion, thus adding another achievement to his credentials. Due to health problems, “Rush” was forced to resign as champion and retire from the sport again. With his skill and incredible achievements, Georges St-Pierre ignited an entire generation of Canadian fighters who now compete in the world's leading promotions.
No. 4. Jon Jones
Standing 193 centimeters tall, Jon Jones is an American fighter. modern era, who churned out victories one after another.
Technique: Jones showed tremendous athleticism and courage, knocking out his opponents with unconventional and unpredictable punches. His all-round abilities and ability to win on the ground have often been compared to those of Anderson Silva and Georges St-Pierre. From powerful knees to lightning-fast backfists, Jon Jones showed constant improvement in his striking technique from fight to fight. Jones' creative ability to move unconventionally around opponents while throwing devastating punches has made Jones one of the contenders for the title of greatest MMA fighter of all time.
Career overview: Jon Jones' record is 22 wins, one loss and one no contest. Jones has defeated countless legendary UFC champions such as Rashad Evans, Lyoto Machida, Quinton Jackson and others. In addition to being considered the top pound-for-pound fighter during his reign, "Bones" became the youngest UFC champion, taking on the gold belt at the age of 23. The American fighter made eight successful title defenses, after which he began to have problems outside the Octagon. Last July, Jones made a phenomenal comeback, defeating reigning champion Daniel Cormier by technical knockout, however, it later turned out that his doping test gave a positive result and the fight was eventually declared invalid. On this moment Proceedings are underway and the great champion faces a four-year disqualification. Many famous publicists call Jon Jones the best light heavyweight fighter in the world.
No. 5. Royce Gracie
Royce Gracie is considered the founding father of MMA. The legendary Brazilian fighter was born into a family that virtually brought jiu-jitsu to the world of mixed martial arts. More than anyone else, Gracie remains one of the greatest fighters of all time due to his contributions to MMA. Royce not only proposed a simplified fighting technique, but essentially made this sport what it is now. Not only did Gracie popularize Brazilian jiu-jitsu, he also opened the eyes of fighters around the world that victory could be won not only with fists, but with grappling and wrestling on the canvas. Many fans consider Royce Gracie to be the most influential figure in MMA history.
Technique: Gracie was a fighter who was impossible to resist once you were in his grasp. While most fighters used only striking techniques, Royce's grappling skills were so unsurpassed that even the most experienced and powerful striker was forced to give up in an instant. No matter who he fought, be it a master of karate, taekwondo or boxing, Gracie won as soon as he managed to take his opponent to the canvas. And it’s not that many fighters at that time were not familiar with Brazilian jiu-jitsu, one of the reasons for its success was the ability to skillfully maneuver against his opponent, regardless of the position in which he was. His strength was patience, and whether it was a submission through side control or a transition to guard from the clinch, Gracie knew exactly what to do.
Career overview: With a height of 185 centimeters, during his career Royce Gracie won 15 victories, suffered two defeats and finished three fights in a draw. What's more impressive, however, is that since joining the UFC, he's won the first three of the organization's four tournaments, with 11 wins and one draw. UFC Hall of Famer Royce Gracie is the first tournament champion in the promotion's history and has won most of his victories by submission. Gracie was also the fighter who had the longest fights in both the UFC and Pride, which speaks to his incredible endurance.
There are certainly plenty of fighters who deserve a spot on this list, but the aforementioned MMA figures are the most talked about among MMA fans and professionals alike. Since each fighter fought in different weight classes and for different periods of time, it is impossible to award any one of them the title of "Greatest MMA Fighter of All Time." After all, their example of dominating the world of mixed martial arts inspired and motivated many young guys who are still storming the top of MMA to this day.
The sport of MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), which translated from English means “mixed martial arts,” appeared relatively recently. In art mixed fights Athletes of different weight categories take part. Over the 25 years of its existence, legendary personalities have appeared in the ranks of MMA who have gone down in the history of the sport as the most invincible. Modern martial art is widely popular among sports fans and is developing rapidly. The article presents the best MMA fighters of all time.
the best American fighter who became a five-time UFC champion. The athlete took part in 30 fights, of which he won 19. The wrestler was the first to win the champion title in the heavy and light heavy weight categories. Couture began to practice professional boxing while still in the army. From that moment on, sport became his main hobby and activity. The last fight in which he won took place in 2010. His opponent is James Tonney, who did not intend to lose to Captain America. The ambitious James's expectations were not met, and he lost to Couture in the 1st round. The athlete’s multiple victories and possession of the champion title in two solid weight categories include him in the ranks
Chuck Lidell
Chuck Lidell nicknamed "Ice", is one of the most skilled fighters throughout the history of MMA. In the 90s he gains fame and first victories in the light heavyweight categories. For 4 years (1999-2003), Chuck maintained the bar of an invincible fighter. The fight with Randy Couture becomes a defeat for him. The next meeting of world champions took place in 2005. Fight for the belt UFC champion became victorious for Chuck. He becomes a four-time UFC champion. The athlete leaves MMA in 2010. To this day, Lidell holds the record for knockouts in the entire history of the sport.
remained in MMA history as an invincible and legendary fighter. He took part in 22 fights and left the sport without a single defeat. The former Dutch kickboxer became a three-time mixed martial arts champion. The athlete was helped to win battles by his amazing determination, thirst for glory and his individual liver attack techniques. “Handsome” Rutten is rightfully included in the 10 best martial arts athletes in heavy weight.
one of the best pioneering MMA fighters of all time this sport. The Brazilian fighter gained his popularity thanks to numerous victories using the Jiu-Jitsu technique, which he learned from his father back in early age. Royce is one of the first UFC champions. In 2007, he left the sport due to the discovery of excessive levels of steroids in his blood during a fight. Despite the fact that the incident put a black mark on the fighter’s reputation, he will still be remembered in history as a legendary figure in the world of martial arts.
held the welterweight title seven times in a row, which was a world record for this weight category. The two-time champion fought Royce Gracie in 2005 and defeated the legendary fighter. Matt has long been considered one of the unbeatable MMA fighters. Therefore, the American is considered one among the best fighters in the history of mixed martial arts.
is one of the 10 most legendary martial arts athletes. During his entire stay in the sport of MMA, he managed to win 76 battles out of 87. The Ukrainian fighter at the peak of his fame won victory after victory, as a result of which he emerged as the absolute winner of 37 fights that took place in a row. Despite his height - 174 cm - the record holder became most popular heavyweight fighter in MMA history. This is the most powerful fighter in the entire history of martial arts.
was named the best Canadian athlete in 2009. Throughout his career, the fighter won 24 out of 26 fights. In 2007, he won the champion title after a battle with Matt Hughes. George defended his UFC title 11 times in a row, making him the unsurpassed fighter in MMA history.
nicknamed “Spider”, for a long time was considered the most powerful fighter in all weight categories. He started his MMA career in 2000. He defended the championship title 10 times in a row. The martial arts leader took part in 39 fights and 33 of them ended in victory for him. Among those defeated by Silva is such a serious opponent as Fedor Emelyanov. The Brazilian is rightfully in the top three the best MMA fighters of all time.
absolute leader in titles won in all weight categories. This is the first fighter in history to win championships in two leading mixed martial arts organizations. martial art– UFC and Pride. The most important victory in the entire history of the fighter’s battles is his fight with the undisputed champion in all weight categories Fedor Emelianenko, of whom he was a fan. The victory over the invincible Russian hero brought Henderson fame. The forty-five-year-old American is still in the ranks of MMA fighters. The champion prefers to choose younger fighters as his opponents. The American athlete is one of the best athletes in mixed martial arts.
the brightest star in the 25-year existence of MMA. This is the most worthy and strong athlete in all weight categories. The Russian "Terminator" remained invincible for 8 years. From 2001-2009 he fought in 27 fights with worthy opponents and emerged as an absolute winner. According to many experts, the four-time world champion is considered best fighter in MMA history. Among the serious fighters he defeated are: Antonio Rodrigo, Tim Sylvia, Renato Sobral, Andrei Orlovsky and others. The first controversial loss occurred in 2000, when the undisputed champion was injured in the ring by Tsuyoshi Kosaka with a prohibited move. In 2002, the fighter won the title of champion of the Japanese MMA organization RINGS. In 2005, he again meets with the Japanese Kosaka and defeats him. One of the most important fights of all time in the career of the Russian champion is the battle with the undefeated, at that time, fighter Nogueira for the Pride champion title. The Russian fighter emerges victorious from the battle and becomes the last Pride champion. After defeating heavyweight Pedro Rizzo in 2012, Fedor decided to leave MMA. In July 2015, the athlete announced that he was returning to the ring. The next fight is scheduled to take place in Japan on December 31st.
Fedor Emyalienko will go down in MMA history as a legendary figure.
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10 best MMA fighters in the world. Why is Cormier better than Khabib?
What is a p4p rating?
To put it simply, pound for pound ratings are perceived as rating fighters from different weight classes, who are compared as if they all weighed the same and were considered potential opponents. When comparing, current achievements, potential, subjective impression and anything else are taken into account - right down to charisma and integrity of the image. We studied the ratings of the top 10 fighters in the world from the sites Sherdog, Tapology, Fightmatrix, ESPN, MMAweekly and UFC (since the five previous ratings included only UFC fighters) and compiled a summary top ten.
10. Henry Cejudo (USA)
31 year; over 56.7 kg; 13 wins, 2 losses
What did you do: freestyle wrestling
Short: the first Olympic champion to become UFC champion. Cejudo had two attempts - against one of the most dominant UFC champions, Demetrious Johnson, and on the second, Cejudo defeated Johnson, who had previously defended the title 11 times.
9. Stipe Miocic (USA)
36 years; over 93 kg; 18 wins, 3 losses
What did you do: baseball, wrestling, boxing
Short: about everyone who comes next, by default you can write “he hits well, fights well.” Miocic gave the impression of a big, strong, smiling man who worked as a fireman, until it turned out that nature gave him such data with which he could beat perhaps the best kickboxer, grappler and boxer in the UFC in two years. Miocic became the most successful heavyweight in the history of the promotion, defending the title three times and losing only to Daniel Cormier. You will meet him on the first line.
8. Georges St. Pierre (Canada)
37 years; up to 77.1 and up to 83.9 kg; 26 wins, 2 losses
What did you do: karate, wrestling
Short: obviously the most controversial position in the ranking. Georges St-Pierre returned to the UFC last November after a 47-month hiatus and promptly beat middleweight champion Michael Bisping. Given that St-Pierre's previous career has been outstanding - a welterweight championship and 9 title defenses - he could well be in the top 10, but at the moment St-Pierre is not saying anything about continuing his MMA career and, It’s possible that it will go away completely. It is important that he is not in three of the six rankings studied, but MMAWeekly, for example, puts the Canadian in second place, and if you consider him as an active fighter, this is very easy to accept.
7. Robert Whitaker (Australia)
27 years; up to 83.9 kg; 20 wins, 4 losses
What did you do: karate
Short: Whitaker remains one of the UFC's most enigmatic champions, but also one of the youngest men on the list of the best fighters on the planet. Probably one balances the other. He has an aggressive striking technique, an excellent ability to endure in the cage and carry out long fights, but so far his frequency of appearances is rather alarming: two fights each in 2015 and 2016, one each in 2017 and (most likely) 2018 .
5-6. Demetrius Johnson (USA)
32 years; up to 56.7 kg; 27 wins, 3 losses
What did you do: wrestling, pankration
Short: Johnson defended the UFC title 11 times, and no other champion has more defenses. Unfortunately, the flyweight division brought the fighter to the flyweight spotlight, and even two confrontations with Olympic champion Cejudo and a crush computer games did not make Johnson more popular. He is now on the UFC's doorstep as part of a trade deal with One FC.
5-6. TJ Dillashaw (USA)
32 years; up to 61.2 kg; 16 wins, 3 losses
What did you do: struggle
Short: Usually, when talking about top fighters, they cite some amazing winning streaks, but Dillashaw was the one who broke such a streak. He once beat Renan Barao, who came into the fight against Dillashaw on a 32-fight win streak. Bookmakers multiplied their bet on Dillashaw by 10 if he won.
Over the past two years, TJ has focused on facing off against his former teammate. beautiful tattoos Cody Garbrandt, and won both times. Dillashaw also sparred with boxer Lomachenko, and he communicates well with Sergey Kovalev.
4. Tyron Woodley (USA)
36 years; up to 77.1 kg; 19 wins, 3 losses
What did you do: struggle
Short: Woodley won the title by confidently knocking out the reigning champion, but after that he began to upset him. His next three fights ended in judges' decisions. Just when it looked like the UFC could solve the problem with the help of a new champion, undefeated Liverpudlian big man Darren Till, Woodley confidently dealt with him, submitting Till in the second round. Woodley's mom personally reassured the young challenger after his defeat.
3. Khabib Nurmagomedov (Russia)
30 years; up to 70.3 kg; 27 wins, 0 losses
What did you do: wrestling, combat sambo
Mentioned but not included
The UFC's rankings include Conor McGregor, and this can be interpreted as a political decision: if you have a fighter who brings maximum amount fighting money, it’s strange not to advertise it with your own resource.
MMAweekly.com is the only site that offered two girls to consider: Chris Justino and Rose Namajunas.
Tony Ferguson was also mentioned - his fight with Khabib has already failed four times, but we would be ready to wait for a fifth attempt.
About Khabib
It is difficult to assess Khabib’s third place; in the last two fights he was initially considered the obvious favorite, and this, on the one hand, is an indicator of class, on the other hand, it will generate distrust in his achievements. His competitors in this ranking more often won battles when bookmakers doubted their choice.
But if you imagine Khabib weighing 100 kg, you can break your head about their fight with Daniel Cormier: with an equal fight, Khabib’s endurance would be traded for Daniel’s ability to knock out, and then you can start arguing. At the same time, Cormier’s candidacy does not raise any questions among any of the publications: he is first in six out of six cases.
The fight between Cormier and Derrick Lewis will be the central event of UFC 230. It will take place on November 3 in New York (in the morning of November 4, Moscow time). You can watch the live broadcast of UFC 230 on the Match TV channel. The broadcast starts at 5:00 am (Moscow time) on November 4.
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Few martial arts championships have achieved such worldwide fame as the legendary MMA fights. The abbreviation itself means Mixed Martial Arts, or in Russian - mixed martial arts. The relatively recent history of the championship is compensated by the large number of the most titled athletes who take part in it.
Dozens of world champions in karate, judo, sambo, kickboxing, Muay Thai, Olympic champions in freestyle wrestling and taekwondo, holders of boxing championship belts and other famous and honored fighters fight in different MMA weight categories.
Thanks to the entertainment and authority of the participants in the battles, short story MMA has already produced truly legendary athletes and fighters. The rapid development of modern martial arts and the popularity of competitions in the world contributes to the attention and love for some undefeated MMA champions. It is these legends of the mixed martial arts championship that will be discussed in the article.
Top 10 best MMA fighters in the history of the championship
10. Randy Couture
Randy Couture - the best American fighter who became a five-time UFC champion. The athlete took part in 30 fights, of which he won 19. The wrestler was the first to win the champion title in the heavy and light heavy weight categories. Couture began to practice professional boxing while still in the army. From that moment on, sport became his main hobby and activity. The last fight in which he won took place in 2010. His opponent is James Tonney, who did not intend to lose to Captain America. The ambitious James's expectations were not met, and he lost to Couture in the 1st round. The athlete’s multiple victories and possession of the champion title in two solid weight categories include him in the ranks
9. Chuck Lidell
Chuck Lidell nicknamed "Ice", is one of the most skilled fighters throughout the history of MMA. In the 90s he gains fame and first victories in the light heavyweight categories. For 4 years (1999-2003), Chuck maintained the bar of an invincible fighter. The fight with Randy Couture becomes a defeat for him. The next meeting of world champions took place in 2005. The fight for the UFC championship belt became victorious for Chuck. He becomes a four-time UFC champion. The athlete leaves MMA in 2010. To this day, Lidell holds the record for knockouts in the entire history of the sport.
8. Bas Rutten
Bas Rutten remained in MMA history as an invincible and legendary fighter. He took part in 22 fights and left the sport without a single defeat. The former Dutch kickboxer became a three-time mixed martial arts champion. The athlete was helped to win battles by his amazing determination, thirst for glory and his individual liver attack techniques. “Handsome” Rutten is rightfully included in the 10 best martial arts athletes in heavy weight.
7. Royce Gracie
Royce Gracie - one of the best pioneering MMA fighters of all time this sport. The Brazilian fighter gained his popularity thanks to numerous victories using the Jiu-Jitsu technique, which he learned from his father at an early age. Royce is one of the first UFC champions. In 2007, he left the sport due to the discovery of excessive levels of steroids in his blood during a fight. Despite the fact that the incident put a black mark on the fighter’s reputation, he will still be remembered in history as a legendary figure in the world of martial arts.
6. Matt Hughes
Matt Hughes held the welterweight title seven times in a row, which was a world record for this weight category. The two-time champion fought Royce Gracie in 2005 and defeated the legendary fighter. Matt has long been considered one of the unbeatable MMA fighters. Therefore, the American is considered one among the best fighters in the history of mixed martial arts.
5. Igor Vovchanchyn
Igor Vovchanchyn is one of the 10 most legendary martial arts athletes. During his entire stay in the sport of MMA, he managed to win 76 battles out of 87. The Ukrainian fighter at the peak of his fame won victory after victory, as a result of which he emerged as the absolute winner of 37 fights that took place in a row. Despite his height - 174 cm - the record holder became most popular heavyweight fighter in MMA history. This is the most powerful fighter in the entire history of martial arts.
4. Georges St. Pierre
Georges St. Pierre was named the best Canadian athlete in 2009. Throughout his career, the fighter won 24 out of 26 fights. In 2007, he won the champion title after a battle with Matt Hughes. George defended his UFC title 11 times in a row, making him the unsurpassed fighter in MMA history.
3. Anderson Silva
Anderson Silva, nicknamed “Spider”, for a long time was considered the most powerful fighter in all weight categories. He started his MMA career in 2000. He defended the championship title 10 times in a row. The martial arts leader took part in 39 fights and 33 of them ended in victory for him. Among those defeated by Silva is such a serious opponent as Fedor Emelyanov. The Brazilian is rightfully in the top three the best MMA fighters of all time.
2. Dan Henderson
Dan Henderson - absolute leader in titles won in all weight categories. This is the first fighter in history to win championships in two leading mixed martial arts organizations - UFC and Pride. The most important victory in the entire history of the fighter’s battles is his fight with the undisputed champion in all weight categories Fedor Emelianenko, of whom he was a fan. The victory over the invincible Russian hero brought Henderson fame. The forty-five-year-old American is still in the ranks of MMA fighters. The champion prefers to choose younger fighters as his opponents. The American athlete is one of the best athletes in mixed martial arts.
1. Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko - the brightest star in the 25-year existence of MMA. This is the most worthy and strong athlete in all weight categories. The Russian "Terminator" remained invincible for 8 years. From 2001-2009 he fought in 27 fights with worthy opponents and emerged as an absolute winner. According to many experts, the four-time world champion is considered best fighter in MMA history. Among the serious fighters he defeated are: Antonio Rodrigo, Tim Sylvia, Renato Sobral, Andrei Orlovsky and others. The first controversial loss occurred in 2000, when the undisputed champion was injured in the ring by Tsuyoshi Kosaka with a prohibited move. In 2002, the fighter won the title of champion of the Japanese MMA organization RINGS. In 2005, he again meets with the Japanese Kosaka and defeats him. One of the most important fights of all time in the career of the Russian champion is the battle with the undefeated, at that time, fighter Nogueira for the Pride champion title. The Russian fighter emerges victorious from the battle and becomes the last Pride champion. After defeating heavyweight Pedro Rizzo in 2012, Fedor decided to leave MMA. In July 2015, the athlete announced that he was returning to the ring. The next fight is scheduled to take place in Japan on December 31st.
Fedor Emelyanko will go down in MMA history as a legendary figure.