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

As with all combat sports, there are winners and losers, so it’s worth thinking about the biggest winners of 2024 in the UFC.

Some notable wins from 2024:

Title productions

Alex Pereira was named the 2024 Male Fighter of the Year with his three title wins on short notice. However, “Poatan’s” achievements were overshadowed by Ilia Topuria knocking out Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway in back-to-back performances.

Who literally won the most?

Charles Johnson, Carlos Prates and Joaquin Buckley each have four wins inside the Octagon this year. Johnson’s victories came against elite flyweight competition and are also a return to form since his three-fight losing streak in 2023. Prates was an instant favorite with four knockouts. Buckley legitimized himself as a top welterweight contender by TKOing Colby Covington at UFC Tampa.

One and done

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

Returning season

2024 was a great year for returns. Dominick Reyes bounced back 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-time submission streak in the UFC.

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

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