10 Best British Fighters In UFC History

Over the years there have been some incredible fighters that have come from Britain. With the sport continuing to rise in popularity, more names have been able to make their mark from across the pond, with some British fighters becoming top names in UFC.

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While not every British fighter has gone on to achieve big things, many of them have become fan favorites due to their hard work and personalities. Certain British fighters are now amongst the absolute greatest in UFC history, and that is something that has allowed their legacy to grow, with some very talented names having competed for the company.

10 Paul Daley

Paul Daley made a huge impact within his first two fights for UFC, showcasing real aggression and power. He won both of them via knockout and quickly became a name that everybody was talking about, until his third fight which saw him banned for life by Dana White.

Daley was severely punished after he punched Josh Koscheck from behind, which is something White didn't tolerate. It stopped Daley from reaching the potential that he had because, in terms of his skills, he was a very gifted fighter.

9 Jimi Manuwa

Jimi Manuwa enjoyed an eight-year career with UFC, putting together some incredible fights throughout that time, proving himself to be a great fighter. While he wasn't always put into the biggest spots possible, he did always manage to put in strong performances.

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Twice in Jimi's career, he was able to win the 'Performance of the Night' award, showcasing just how talented he was, which is why he is one of the best British fighters of all time.

8 Molly McCann

Molly McCann first appeared for UFC in 2018 and since that point she has put together some incredible encounters, making a name for herself within the company. She has a bright future, having been very entertaining inside the octagon.

Her most recent fight against Ji Yeon Kim won the 'Fight of the Night' bonus at UFC Fight Night 191, showcasing just how fun she can be to watch. There is no doubt that McCann's career is only going to continue growing as well, which could lead to her being an even bigger British star.

7 Joanne Calderwood

Joanne Calderwood is another fighter who has had an excellent career in UFC, with the Scottish athlete first breaking out as part of The Ultimate Fighter back in 2013, and since that point she hasn't looked back, continuing to fight regularly for the company.

With an impressive background in kickboxing, Calderwood was able to adapt her style into the world of MMA which has always been enjoyable to watch and has helped her create one of the best careers in British MMA history.

6 Dan Hardy

Nowadays, Dan Hardy is best known for his work in commentary and media, but throughout his career, the British fighter was able to put together some memorable encounters. While he never held a title in UFC, he was the first British fighter to compete for one.

That took place at UFC 111 when he fought George St-Pierre, and while he was unable to capture the Welterweight Championship, Hardy did go the distance with one of UFC's all-time greats, which helped to put his name on the map.

5 Darren Till

Darren Till is someone who is still making a name for himself in UFC, and the Liverpool-born fighter has the chance to add to his legacy in future years. However, he has already made a big splash for himself with some entertaining fights and brilliant interviews.

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Till is a true fan favorite amongst people in Britain and around the world and he has certainly grown a fantastic reputation for himself inside the octagon. While he is yet to capture a championship with the company, he has certainly proven his abilities as a fighter.

4 Ross Pearson

Ross Pearson put together 26 fights during his UFC career, and that alone helps make him one of the greatest to have competed for the company. He never shied away from a battle and while he didn't have as much success as some other British fighters, he certainly made an impact on people.

He won the lightweight tournament during The Ultimate Fighter 9, which instantly put him on the map within the MMA world, and he didn't look back from that point. Pearson's fight with Sam Stout was a memorable one, and he certainly had a strong career overall.

3 Brad Pickett

Brad Pickett had a fantastic career with UFC, fighting in the Bantamweight division, often putting on incredible contests. He won the UFC's 'Fight of the Night' award four times throughout his spell with the company, proving how entertaining he was to watch.

As a personal favorite of Dana White's, Pickett was a very gifted wrestler and somebody who could hold his own against any opponent. While he never held a championship, his fights were incredible and he made a truly lasting impact.

2 Leon Edwards

Leon Edwards was always very exciting to watch in the octagon, with the British fighter entertaining crowds whenever he competed. At one point in his career, Edwards enjoyed a nine-fight unbeaten streak which instantly made him a star within the company.

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His mat-based wrestling skills were amongst some of the best in the history of UFC, and this allowed him to be a memorable fighter. His recent victory against Nate Diaz got a lot of people talking, and if he can capture a title at some stage in the future, it will only cement him as one of the all-time greats.

1 Michael Bisping

Out of every British fighter in UFC history, Michael Bisping is certainly the most iconic. He's not just one of the best names to compete from Britain, but he's one of the biggest stars ever, being the first British fighter to hold a title in the company.

He has had some amazing fights and he became a true favorite amongst fans as he worked his way to becoming UFC Middleweight Champion. Bisping won an incredible 20 fights with the company and is a member of the UFC Hall Of Fame, proving just how much of an impact he had.