Khabib Nurmagomedov

Khabib Nurmagomedov holds a perfect 29-0-0 professional record as an Orthodox-stance lightweight from Russia. A dominant grappler built around elite wrestling and submission prowess, Nurmagomedov averaged 5.32 takedowns per 15 minutes with 84% takedown defense and 0.8 submission attempts per 15 minutes throughout his career.

His striking was efficient rather than explosive at 4.10 strikes landed per minute with 48% accuracy, while his 65% striking defense limited opponent output to just 1.75 strikes absorbed per minute. Nurmagomedov's recent resume showcases his submission mastery: he submitted Justin Gaethje in the second round in October 2020, finished Dustin Poirier via submission in round three at UFC 242, and most notably defeated Conor McGregor by submission in round four at UFC 229 in October 2018.

He also submitted Michael Johnson in round three at UFC Fight Night 102. His undefeated record and consistent grappling dominance made him one of the sport's most feared lightweights during his active tenure in the UFC.