Islam Makhachev and Valentina Shevchenko Reach the Top in MMA Rankings
In a day full of emotions for mixed martial arts fans, Islam Makhachev and Valentina Shevchenko managed to climb to the top spot in their respective weight categories in the ESPN ranking. Both fighters demonstrated their dominance in the octagon, securing resounding victories at UFC 322. Saturday’s event brought significant changes to the world of MMA. Both Makhachev and Shevchenko, who started the day in second place in their respective categories, managed to climb to the top thanks to their outstanding performances. These results reflect the hard work and dedication of both athletes.Shevchenko Successfully Defends Her Title
Valentina Shevchenko, current women’s flyweight champion, defended her title with a unanimous decision victory over Zhang Weili. The fight, which took place at UFC 322, was a showcase of Shevchenko’s talent and experience. Shevchenko once again proved why she is considered one of the best fighters in history.Makhachev Crowned Champion in Two Divisions
For his part, Islam Makhachev, former lightweight champion, achieved an impressive victory by defeating Jack Della Maddalena in welterweight. Makhachev demonstrated his versatility and skill, thus conquering the title in two different divisions. Makhachev’s victory positions him in the MMA elite, joining the list of the greats. With an impressive record of 28-1 and a streak of 16 consecutive victories, Makhachev seeks to consolidate his legacy in the sport.Men’s Pound-for-Pound Ranking
- Islam Makhachev: UFC Welterweight Champion.
- Ilia Topuria: UFC Lightweight Champion.
- Merab Dvalishvili: UFC Bantamweight Champion.
- Tom Aspinall: UFC Heavyweight Champion.
- Alex Pereira: UFC Light Heavyweight Champion.
- Khamzat Chimaev: UFC Middleweight Champion.
- Alexandre Pantoja: UFC Flyweight Champion.
- Alexander Volkanovski: UFC Featherweight Champion.
- Jack Della Maddalena: UFC Welterweight.
- Dricus Du Plessis: UFC Middleweight.
Women’s Pound-for-Pound Ranking
- Valentina Shevchenko: UFC Flyweight Champion.
- Zhang Weili: UFC Flyweight / Strawweight.
- Kayla Harrison: UFC Bantamweight Champion.
- Cris Cyborg: PFL Featherweight.
- Manon Fiorot: UFC Flyweight.
- Mackenzie Dern: UFC Strawweight Champion.
- Natalia Silva: UFC Flyweight.
- Erin Blanchfield: UFC Flyweight.
- Dakota Ditcheva: PFL Flyweight.
- Julianna Peña: UFC Bantamweight.
These rankings reflect the performance and consistency of athletes in the world of MMA. The results and rankings are updated as of November 19th.
