Aljamain Sterling
Definition
Aljamain Sterling is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC featherweight division.
A former UFC Bantamweight Champion nicknamed 'Funk Master' for his unorthodox, grappling-heavy wrestling style.
As of April 2026, he boasts a professional record of 26-5-0, with recent victories over Youssef Zalal and Brian Ortega, and is ranked #5 in UFC featherweight rankings.
Examples
Aljamain Sterling turned the octagon into a funk master dance floor, grappling Youssef Zalal into submission by decision.
After O'Malley's kicks ended his reign, Aljamain Sterling upgraded to featherweight and started treating contenders like human pretzels.
Aljamain Sterling's post-fight rants about the UFC plotting his downfall are almost as entertaining as his ground-and-pound escapes.
With more bantamweight wins than most fighters have excuses, Aljamain Sterling embodies the grind of MMA longevity.