For the relatively short history of the existence of Mixed Martial Arts, which translates as “mixed martial arts”, the world already has its own recognized idols and invincible champions. Spectacular sports immediately won the millionth army of fans, and the fighters became real sports stars. The best MMA fighters have millions of contracts and are known all over the world.
Perhaps the world's best martial artist is still involved in the children's section. But today, among the many existing ratings, let's try to single out the best MMA fighters in the world.
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Randy Dwayne Couture
Our Hall of Fame is opened by the American fighter Randy Couture, who spoke in Greco-Roman wrestling and then transferred to MMA.
A talented fighter five times climbed to first place on the podium according to the UFC. Fans with experience remember his brilliant victories over Tim Sylvia, Vitor Belfort and many other titled fighters.
Of his 19 victories, 7 Randy finished ahead of schedule, sending rivals knocked out.
9
Mike Zambidis
God himself ordered the Greek athlete to perform in martial arts, and Mike devoted his career to Thai boxing and kickboxing. Of the 60 fights held, 47 Greek ended by knockout, which was displayed on the pages of the Guinness Book of Records.
After moving to Australia in 2000, Mike wins his first WOKA welterweight title.
In 2015, the titled athlete completed his career. Specialists attributed most of his defeats to the fact that he weighed less than his rivals.
8
Igor Vovchanchin
The list of the best fighters in the world rightfully includes the Ukrainian fighter Vovchanchin, who holds a record of 32 fights in a row without defeats.
And Igor began his athletic career with athletics, but then, gaining body weight, moved to boxing. Of the 87 fights in the ring, in 76 he celebrated the victory.
Having finished his performances in the ring, the Ukrainian did not engage in sports and became one of the leaders of the National Martial Arts Association and the organizer of the “Honor of the Warrior” tournaments.
7
Chuck Lidell
For two consecutive years, from 2005 to 2007, Chuck became the absolute champion of mixed martial arts. He was nicknamed “Icy” for a peculiar technique, and experts say that he is the most skilled fighter in the entire history of the fighting.
The most memorable victories of the American were victories over Monson and Couture. Although it is worth noting that the first battle with a compatriot Chuck lost.
Leaving the sport in 2010, Chuck is still unsurpassed in the number of victories won by knockout. The famous athlete several times announced his return to the ring, but never returned.
6
Brock Lesnar
But the American Lesnar was a versatile athlete, and in addition to fighting in the ring, he played American football and performed in wrestling.
He was on our list because he was the highest paid MMA fighter in history. A good athlete, nicknamed the Beast, became the five-time world champion, although he performed relatively briefly.
Performances in theatrical battles helped him apply some techniques in fights without rules.
5
Matt Hughes
Matt began to fight back at school, winning 131 matches, with 2 losses. Having matured, he entered professional sports, where he became the seven-time champion of mixed martial arts in welterweight.
Not a single athlete has achieved such a result in this category, which makes Matt an absolute record holder.
Other statistical indicators are also striking - 45 wins in 54 fights held.
4
George Saint Pierre
The talented athlete was repeatedly recognized as the best in Canada, and out of 26 fights he won in 24.
George's talent and incredible determination helped him defend his league title 11 times in a row. But he spent his first fight in the amateur league when he was 16 years old.
In addition to sports, Ser-Pierre is actively acting in films, naturally, acting in films in roles related to battles.
3
Anderson Silva
A Brazilian nicknamed "Spider" came into mixed martial arts in 2000, and immediately became a leader. In the first battle he won a landslide victory, having held a painful hold on the opponent’s hand.
Of the 43 fights held, Silva did not know defeats in 34, and 20 of them prematurely ended by knockout.
After one of the sparring tests, the Brazilian doping test showed a positive result, and Anderson left the sport. But in the reviews of specialists, he remains a great athlete in this sport.
2
Dan Henderson
The Henderson is considered to be unsurpassed and strongest, who managed to win champion titles in all weight categories.
The victory over Emelianenko made Dan a world leader among MMA fighters. Today, the American has no equal in the ring, although he has 14 defeats.
Despite his age, Dan continues his sports career, delighting fans with spectacular victories, having already held 46 fights.
1
Fedor Emelianenko
Putting aside all sorts of ratings, the Russian by all indicators is the best fighter in the world. Firstly, the strongest athlete remained invincible for 8 years, having gained 27 victories during this time.
And secondly, the legendary fighter won the champion title 4 times. The best fights were held in the rings of America and Japan, and the fight with Nogueira for the Pride champion title, in which the Russian knight emerged victorious, will be remembered for a long time in memory of fans of Fedor's talent.
After a series of defeats began, the athlete associated this with age, and left the big sport.
Someone will note that mixed martial arts is a very cruel sport, but in terms of entertainment, of course, it has no equal. Around fights revolve big finances. But many MMA fighters, receiving huge fees and prizes, invest a considerable part of them in the development of sports, and as practice has shown, not only in martial arts. TheBiggest.ru editors are asking you to write in the comments about which, in your opinion, the best MMA fighters should be on our list?