The fight game has had many greats - legends who not only changed the sport but became the sport.
At Atacamma.com, we live and breathe combat culture, so we’re proud to introduce our Hall of Fame: a celebration of warriors who left everything in the cage. From pioneers to modern champions, these are the fighters (and one iconic coach) who shaped history.
“Legacy isn’t built in the spotlight. It’s built in blood, sweat, and silence.”
- Atacamma
🔥 Below is our official Atacamma Hall of Fame, where greatness speaks for itself. It is not yet ranked in order as we are still adding fighters and slowly putting them in order from 1 to 100. Leave your favorite fighters in the comments to consider and include your votes in the ranking!
🦅 Khabib Nurmagomedov
An unbeaten legacy. 29-0. The man who retired on top after dominating the UFC lightweight division. Khabib redefined control, discipline, and what it means to walk away undefeated. But what we like him for MOST is because of his humbleness and kindness! This guy is truly walking a righteous path and deserves a pound-for-pound belt for that too!
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⚡ Demetrious Johnson
“Mighty Mouse” is what happens when skill meets genius. Fast, technical, innovative - one of the most underrated and also humble, GOATs in MMA history.
🎯 Islam Makhachev
The evolution of Dagestani dominance. Islam isn’t just Khabib 2.0 - he’s his own storm. Current lightweight champ and arguably the most complete fighter in the game today. With the same strong values as Khabib Nurmagomedov, this guy is also next level in dedication!
🧠 Jon Jones
Controversial? Yes. Greatest of all time? Also yes. Bones is a puzzle no one’s solved. Light heavyweight GOAT and now heavyweight king.
👊 Conor McGregor
Love him or hate him, he brought eyes to the sport. The first double champ, king of the mic, and one-punch knockout artist. That alone makes him one of the biggest MMA superstars!
The fight world hasn’t been the same since The Notorious left.
🇪🇸 Ilia Topuria
Spain’s finest. A rising monster who fights like he’s on fast forward. Some might say he is a copy cat but the WWE part of the UFC wants it this way. It takes a boss to "copy" a boss like McGregor succesfully so that should say enough about Ilia. This guy is amazing with motivational life quotes that makes us here hit the punching bag more often for no reason ;) He really got everything locked in, his fighting game, mind, and spirit! We will watch his next fight and keep you posted on this website!
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🎖Henry Cejudo
known as “Triple C,” is one of the most decorated combat sports athletes in history. A former Olympic gold medalist in wrestling and a two-division UFC champion at flyweight and bantamweight, Cejudo’s relentless work ethic, fight IQ, and adaptability inside the cage have cemented his place among the all-time greats. Whether it’s defeating legends or defending his titles, Cejudo’s legacy is defined by discipline, skill, and an unshakable champion’s mindset.
🥋 Dustin Poirier
The heart of a warrior. The man who fights for legacy and charity. Poirier’s journey has been filled with fire - and he gave fans wars they’ll never forget. An inspiring career and truly deserves to be called one of the greatest!
🤜 Kamaru Usman
The Nigerian Nightmare. Dominated the welterweight division with wrestling and power. For years, he was the wall no one could climb.
💥 Alex Pereira
From kickboxing king to two-division UFC champ. Pereira is a striker like no other - cold, calculated, terrifying.
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😤 Nate Diaz
The realest. From Stockton to sold-out arenas. Nate made fighting about respect, not belts. He made the UFC feel like a backyard fight with cameras.
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🧠 Dominick Cruz
Footwork. Movement. Mind. Cruz’s style broke the system. He outsmarted everyone and made it look easy. Still one of the sharpest analysts and fighters in the sport.
💣 Jorge Masvidal
Street Jesus. The flying knee. The BMF. Masvidal’s story is street-born and cage-polished. His fights brought violence and style together.
💥 Merab Dvalishvili
The Machine who doesn’t stop. Merab’s pace is unmatched, and his will unbreakable.
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🦍 Israel Adesanya
The Last Stylebender. From anime to Octagon, Izzy made striking into an artform. Every move is calculated - every win, iconic.
⚔️ Alexandre Pantoja
Current flyweight king with a grappling game that drowns you. Pantoja earned his crown the hard way - through wars, grit, and undeniable skill. His recent dominance proves the flyweights are far from boring.
🇨🇦 Georges St-Pierre (GSP)
The true martial artist. Discipline, class, and dominance. GSP ruled the welterweight division, came back years later and took the middleweight belt. No trash talk, no drama - just pure greatness.
🕷️ Anderson Silva
The Spider. The matrix before the matrix. Silva’s prime was highlight reel heaven. Unmatched striking, next-level timing, and an aura that broke opponents before the fight even started.
🧠 Daniel Cormier
Double champ. Olympian. Analyst. Coach. DC did it all - and always carried himself like a champion. One of the most respected figures in the sport, both inside and outside the cage.
🦁 Amanda Nunes
The Lioness. The greatest female fighter of all time. She destroyed legends, held two belts, and retired on top. A true queen of violence and respect.
🎯 Valentina “Bullet” Shevchenko
Precision. Poise. Power. Valentina made the flyweight division her playground for years, blending Muay Thai mastery with icy composure. Even in defeat, she remains lethal.
💥 Robbie Lawler
Violence incarnate. Lawler didn’t just fight - he brought chaos. His battles with Rory MacDonald and Johny Hendricks are etched in UFC history as some of the most savage wars ever witnessed.
🔥 Nick Diaz
Before there was Nate, there was Nick. Stockton original. OG trash talker, triathlete, BJJ wizard, and proud anti-hero. He walked to the cage like it was a backyard scrap - and fans loved him for it.
🕊️ Jose Aldo
The King of Rio. Featherweight godfather. Aldo ruled WEC and UFC for nearly a decade with crushing leg kicks and iron will. Even in defeat, he stayed legendary.
💥 Bas Rutten
The original Dutch destroyer. Before MMA was even cool, Bas was leg-kicking through worlds. A true pioneer who helped shape early mixed martial arts.
🧠 Firas Zahabi (Coach)
The only coach in this Hall. Head of Tristar Gym, the mastermind behind GSP and others. Firas turned brains into belts and is one of the sharpest minds MMA has ever seen.
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This is just the start. At Atacamma.com we tell fighter stories, review the best gear, and break down the fight world in a way only real fans understand.
💬 Got a fighter we missed? Want to nominate your coach or gym? Hit us up.
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