In the UFC, winning a championship belt is tough but defending it against the best proves true greatness. Jon Jones holds the record for the most title fight wins in UFC history with 16 victories. His dominance in championship bouts makes him one of the greatest champions the sport has ever seen. Following closely are Georges St-Pierre, Demetrious Johnson, Anderson Silva and Amanda Nunes.
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Top 5 UFC Fighters with the Most Title Fight Wins
Here are the top five fighters with the most title fight wins in UFC history, showcasing those who dominated their divisions and built lasting legacies.
| Rank | Fighter | Title Fight Wins |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Jones | 16 |
| 2 | Georges St-Pierre | 13 |
| 3 | Demetrious Johnson | 12 |
| 4 | Anderson Silva | 11 |
| 5 | Amanda Nunes | 11 |
Jon Jones (16 Title fight wins)
UFC Weight Class: Light Heavyweight, Heavyweight
Jon Jones holds the record for the most championship fight victories with 16. He first claimed the light heavyweight title in 2011 and successfully defended it 11 times against some of the fiercest competitors in the sport. After dominating the light heavyweight division, he moved up in 2023 and seized the UFC heavyweight title. This proved he could excel in multiple weight classes.
Georges St-Pierre (13 Title fight wins)
UFC Weight Class: Welterweight, Middleweight
Georges St-Pierre is considered one of the greatest champions in UFC history with 13 title fight victories. He dominated the welterweight division for many years. During that time, he defended his title nine times against some of the toughest opponents ever. After taking a break, he shocked everyone in 2017 by moving up a weight class to defeat Michael Bisping for the middleweight title.
Demetrious Johnson (12 Title fight wins)
UFC Weight Class: Flyweight
Demetrious Johnson ranks third in UFC history with 12 title fight wins. He defended his title an incredible 11 times in a row showcasing his unmatched speed and skills. One of his most iconic moments came in 2017 when he pulled off a suplex-to-armbar submission against Ray Borg. Johnson not only ruled his division but also secured his place as one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters of all time.
Anderson Silva (11 Title fight wins)
UFC Weight Class: Middleweight
Anderson Silva holds the record of 11 title fight wins in his middleweight reign. Silva put together a streak of 11 title fight wins between 2006 and 2013. He held the championship for a record-breaking 2,457 days and defended it 10 straight times. Renowned for his precise striking and composure under pressure, Silva created some of the UFC’s most memorable moments.
Amanda Nunes (11 Title fight wins)
UFC Weight Class: Bantamweight, Featherweight
Amanda Nunes is recognized as the most accomplished female champion in UFC history. She boasts 11 title fight wins tying her with Anderson Silva. She made history by being the first woman to simultaneously hold two championship belts, dominating both the bantamweight and featherweight divisions. Throughout her career, she has defeated almost every major name in her time such as Ronda Rousey, Cris Cyborg and Valentina Shevchenko.
