"Demetrious Johnson is the greatest flyweight of all-time. Demetrious was a great champion who had one of the most incredible careers in MMA, and his streak of 11 consecutive title defenses is one of the most remarkable records we've ever seen in professional sports."
"Johnson captured the UFC's inaugural flyweight crown by besting Joseph Benavidez at UFC 152 in September 2012. The Kirkland, Washington native would go on to defend the 125-pound strap 11 times before relinquishing the belt to Henry Cejudo in a split-decision loss at UFC 227."
"Following that loss to Cejudo, 'Mighty Mouse' was part of a historic trade between the UFC and ONE Championship. Johnson went 5-1 during his ONE tenure, rebounding from his lone defeat to claim the promotion's 135-pound title with a knockout of Adriano Moraes."
Demetrious Johnson, celebrated as the top flyweight in MMA history, will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Modern Wing. He captured the inaugural flyweight title in 2012 and defended it 11 times, a record in professional sports. Johnson's career includes victories over notable fighters like Henry Cejudo and Joseph Benavidez. After a historic trade to ONE Championship, he won the 135-pound title and retired in 2024, solidifying his legacy in mixed martial arts.
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