Dana White recently unveiled his top fighters in UFC history. At the forefront is Jon Jones, the current heavyweight champion and former 205-pound titleholder. Jones also holds the first position on White’s pound-for-pound ranking. Ronda Rousey, the former bantamweight champion, was recognized for her pivotal role in advancing women’s presence in MMA.
Also acknowledged by White was Georges St-Pierre, the former welterweight champion nicknamed the “king” of PPV events. Conor McGregor, the former featherweight champion who also achieved success at 155 pounds, concluded the list. White commended McGregor for his global impact on the sport.
During an interview on ESPN’s First Take, White elaborated on his choices, highlighting the significant influence each fighter had on the sport. He praised Rousey for breaking barriers for female athletes in the UFC and emphasized McGregor’s role in expanding the company’s global reach.
While the UFC’s elite may shift with the emergence of new talents, as of now, White’s picks symbolize a cornerstone of the sport’s legacy.
