Ranking: The 33 best European MMA fighters right now!

8. Magomed Ankalaev

The Best European MMA Fighters right now. Photo: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports

• MMA record: 19-1-1
• Notable wins: Aleksandar Rakic, Volkan Oezdemir, Nikita Krylov

Magomed Ankalaev is most likely the next light heavyweight title challenger after defeating Aleksandar Rakic at UFC 308.

Even though Ankalaev sports a 19-1-1 record, he is still a bit overlooked, especially after a split draw in the title fight against Jan Blachowicz.