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15. Jan Blachowicz

Jan Blachowicz. Photo: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

• MMA record: 29-10-1
• Notable wins: Israel Adesanya, Dominick Reyes, Luke Rockhold

With then years in the UFC, Jan Blachowicz is a staple in the light heavyweight division.

Back in 2020, he won the vacant title by stopping Dominick Reyes in the second round. He then defended the belt against Israel Adesanya before falling short to Glover Teixeira a year after winning the title.

Blachowicz is 41 but is still going strong. In his last fight, in July 2023, he lost a split decision against Alex Pereira, who later became a light heavyweight champion.