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UFC Wrapped: The Biggest Winners of 2024

Originally posted on MMA on SI | By Mathew Riddle | Last updated Dec 28, 2024 6:41 AM ET

2024 was a monumental year for the UFC, from hosting its tricentennial event to debuting at the Vegas Sphere, there was something for everyone.

As with all combat sports, there are winners and losers, so it's worth reflecting on the biggest winners of 2024 in the UFC.

Some notable winstreaks from 2024:

Carlos Prates: 4 wins
Charles Johnson: 4 wins
Joaquin Buckley: 4 wins
Diego Lopes: 3 wins
Alex Pereira: 3 wins
Andre Lima: 3 wins
Asu Almabaev: 3 wins
Bryan Battle: 3 wins
Gillian Robertson: 3 wins
Youssef Zalal: 3 wins
Jean Silva: 3 wins
Jasmine Jasucdavicius: 3 wins
Brandon Royval: 2
Caio Borralho: 2 wins
Dominick Reyes: 2 wins
Ilia Topuria: 2 wins

Title Accomplishments

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Alex Pereira made for 2024 men's fighter of the year with his three short-notice title victories. However, 'Poatan's' accomplishments were overshadowed by Ilia Topuria knocking out Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway in back-to-back performances.

Who literally won the most?

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Charles Johnson, Carlos Prates, and Joaquin Buckley each notched four wins in the Octagon this year. Johnson's wins were against elite flyweight competition, and is also a return to form since his three-fight losing streak in 2023. Prates was an instant-favorite with four walk-off knockouts. Buckley legitimized himself as a top welterweight contender by TKO'ing Colby Covington at UFC Tampa.

One & Done

Jon Jones fought once and defended his heavyweight title, extending his reign. Valentina Shevchenko reclaimed her belt against Alexa Grasso at UFC 306.

Comeback season

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2024 was a great year for comebacks. Dominick Reyes recouped from his four-fight losing streak with a two-fight winning streak against Dustin Jacoby and Anthony Smith. Youssef Zalal returned after being cut from the UFC to piece together a three-fight UFC submission streak.

Brandon Royval reinserted himself into the flyweight title picture by defeating Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira back-to-back.

This article first appeared on MMA on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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