At 155 pounds, the best UFC lightweights currently fighting today are led by fighters like Nate Diaz, Anthony Pettis, and Dustin Poirier. Current UFC Lightweight Champion Conor McGregor is also ranked high. Typically skinny, agile, and deadly strikers, these athletes make for exciting matches. Notable UFC lightweights include Sage Northcutt, Clay Guida, and Ross Pearson. Vote for the top UFC lightweights you think are currently the best, and add any missing fighters to the list. You can also vote down underperforming lightweight fighters.
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