Aljamain Sterling's UFC bantamweight title reign began as a point of contention for those who didn't view him as a legitimate champion. Sterling himself was disappointed with the way he won the belt after then-champion Petr Yan landed an illegal knee against him and was disqualified during their title fight at UFC 259 on March 6, 2021.
at TD Garden in Boston,"Funk Master" should be more than pleased with his championship résumé. And the fans who aren't are simply just haters. Because not only did Sterling go on to beat Yan in the rematch, he's now racked up enough wins to be regarded by some — including esteemed UFC broadcaster Jon Anik — as the bantamweight GOAT.
Unfortunately for those who enjoy watching fighters compete at the top of their respective division for years on end, a win by Sterling on Saturday would likely be the end of bantamweight career as he's set his sights on moving up to featherweight. Sterling has said he's outgrown 135 pounds and struggles to make weight. Plus, he wants to make room for his close friend and training partner Merab Dvalishvili, who is ranked ahead of O'Malley at No.
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