In the competitive landscape of the UFC Middleweight division, Brunno Ferreira stands out as the most active fighter, having competed in 9 fights over the last three years. This statistic measures a fighter's activity level by counting the number of UFC bouts they have participated in within the specified three-year period. To qualify for this list, fighters must have had at least one UFC fight in the last two years and are grouped by their current weight class. Out of 351 fighters on record, 84 qualified for this specific analysis.
The Most Active Middleweights
Leading the charge with 9 fights is **Brunno Ferreira**. His record in the UFC stands at 6-5 across 11 total UFC fights, with his most recent bout on 19 September 2026. At 34 years old, Ferreira's consistent presence in the Octagon, averaging three fights per year, highlights a readiness to compete frequently. This high level of activity, even with a slightly losing UFC record over his career, demonstrates a fighter who is consistently taking opportunities to step into the cage.
Tied with Ferreira for the top spot is **Christian Leroy Duncan**, also with 9 fights in the last three years. Duncan boasts a stronger UFC record of 8-3 from his 11 total UFC fights, last competing on 10 October 2026. At 31 years old, Duncan's activity combined with a winning record suggests a fighter who is not only willing to fight often but is also finding success in those outings. His consistent performance and frequent appearances make him a notable figure in the division.
Following closely with 8 fights is **Brendan Allen**. Allen's UFC record of 16-4 across 20 total UFC fights is particularly impressive. His last fight was on 10 October 2026, and he is 31 years old. While having one less fight than the top two, Allen's significantly higher total UFC fight count and dominant winning record indicate a long-standing career marked by both high activity and consistent victories. His ability to maintain such a strong record over many fights underscores a high level of performance.
Also with 8 fights in the last three years is **Zach Reese**. Reese holds a UFC record of 4-4 from his 8 total UFC fights, having last fought on 11 July 2026 at age 33. Reese's profile shows that all of his UFC fights have occurred within this three-year window, suggesting a relatively recent start to his UFC career that has been characterized by immediate and sustained activity, even if his record is currently even.
The Active Cluster
A significant cluster of fighters follows, each with 7 fights in the last three years. This group includes **Michal Oleksiejczuk**, **Edmen Shahbazyan**, **Gregory Rodrigues**, **Cody Brundage**, **Andre Petroski**, and **Shara Magomedov**. This density of fighters with similar activity levels highlights a common pace of competition within the Middleweight division, where many athletes aim for two to three fights annually.
- **Michal Oleksiejczuk** (age 32) has a UFC record of 10-8 across 18 UFC fights, last fighting on 27 June 2026. His consistent activity adds to a lengthy UFC career.
- **Edmen Shahbazyan** (age 29) has a UFC record of 10-6 from 16 UFC fights, last fighting on 19 September 2026. As the youngest fighter on this list, his activity suggests a fighter in his prime.
- **Gregory Rodrigues** (age 35) holds a strong UFC record of 11-3 from 14 UFC fights, last fighting on 22 August 2026. His high activity paired with a dominant record is notable.
- **Cody Brundage** (age 32) has a UFC record of 6-8 from 14 UFC fights, last fighting on 16 May 2026. His consistent activity persists despite a challenging record.
- **Andre Petroski** (age 35) has a UFC record of 8-5 from 13 UFC fights, last fighting on 16 May 2026. He is already booked for another fight on 31 October 2026, indicating continued high activity.
- **Shara Magomedov** (age 32) has a UFC record of 6-1 from 7 UFC fights, last fighting on 27 June 2026. All of his UFC fights fall within this three-year period, showcasing a rapid rise in activity since his debut.
It is important to note that while this statistic effectively measures a fighter's activity, it does not account for the quality of opponents faced or the win/loss ratio of those fights. A high number of fights indicates a willingness to compete frequently, which can be valuable for both the fighter and the promotion, but it does not directly reflect a fighter's standing in the division or their overall success rate.
Middleweight — most fights in the last three years
| Fighter | Fights | UFC fights |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Brunno Ferreira | 9 fights | 11 fights |
| 2. Christian Leroy | 9 fights | 11 fights |
| 3. Brendan Allen | 8 fights | 20 fights |
| 4. Zach Reese | 8 fights | 8 fights |
| 5. Michal Oleksiejczuk | 7 fights | 18 fights |
| 6. Edmen Shahbazyan | 7 fights | 16 fights |
| 7. Gregory Rodrigues | 7 fights | 14 fights |
| 8. Cody Brundage | 7 fights | 14 fights |
| 9. Andre Petroski | 7 fights | 13 fights |
| 10. Shara Magomedov | 7 fights | 7 fights |
Career statistics from UFC Stats; Elo is bjjmetrics' own rating from UFC results. Updated twice a day.
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