Islam Makhachev now holds the record for the longest winning streak in UFC history at 17, which automatically bumps him up among the greatest of all time. The former lightweight king defended his welterweight belt for the first time at UFC 330 on Saturday, defeating Ian Machado Garry handily.

Makhachev’s grappling at welterweight shows he can still rely on wrestling, but his finishes dropped to 0‑2 at 170, compared to eight of nine finishes at 155. His path is tougher, so fewer title wins may suffice to challenge Jon Jones's 16‑title legacy.

Mackenzie Dern impressed with a unanimous decision over Gillian Robertson in the co‑main event, showing growth that suggests she could one day face Zhang Weili. Coach Jason Parillo has refined her transitions and footwork, turning Dern into a stronger version each fight.

While a version of Dern who could beat Zhang has yet to appear, her continual improvement keeps that possibility alive and adds intrigue to her career.