Top 10 Mma Athletes 2017: The Toughest And Strongest

MMA or mixed martial art is one kind of technique based game or a fighting game in which people compete and fight to win. Here are the Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, who have the best potential to shine in the current UFC championship. Let’s take a look.

Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017: The Toughest And Strongest

A game as difficult as this requires extreme hard work, dedication and intense training. Read on to know more who deserves the number one position in this list.

10. Marc Diakiese

At number 10 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Marc Diakiese. Fans of mixed martial arts (MMA) in England have a lot to look expect from Marc Diakiese (11-0). The man was born in Doncaster and had a shaky opening round in his Octagon debut against Lukasz Sajewski at UFC 204. “Bonecrusher” righteously responded by pummeling Sajewski in the second frame to earn a TKO victory. His second UFC bout wasn’t flawless either, but he was able to keep his undefeated record safe. However “Bonecrusher” overcame a cut over his left eye to beat Frankie Perez at UFC Fight Night 102. This one in this list is one of the Top MMA Athletes 2017.

9. Josh Emmett

At number 9 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Josh Emmett. This one in this list is one of the Skillful MMA Athletes 2017. Emmett returned at UFC on FOX 22 against Scott Holtzman and displayed even more heart and determination. In spite of failing to score on multiple takedown attempts in the sluggish first round, Emmett swung for the fences in the second stanza. The final round though made all the difference as he rocked Holtzman with a knee and then scored a few takedowns to get the unanimous decision. Not so unlike Diakiese, Emmett has proven in his very first two fights in the UFC that he can climb above tough scenarios.

8. Justin Ledet

At number 8 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Justin Ledet. Justin Ledet’s (8-0, 1 NC) UFC debut was a rather one-sided affair. “El Blanco” picked apart Chase Sherman all fight. His capability of keeping the pace going for all three rounds was crucial, particularly since he is a heavyweight. While Ledet showcased crisp boxing in his debutant knock, his next fight showed off his submission skills. He exchanged ferocious strikes with Mark Godbeer early, but Ledet was evidently getting the cleaner shots in. “El Blanco” took his opponent down. Godbeer tried hard scrambling out, but Ledet took his back and then locked in a rear-naked choke for the first round submission victory. This one in this list is one of the Talented MMA Athletes 2017.

7. Brandon Moreno

At number 7 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Brandon Moreno. The professional UFC debut of flyweight Brandon Moreno (13-3) gained attention. He snapped the four-fight winning streak of Louis Smolka with a clinical submission win. “The Assassin Baby” was a +450 underdog heading into the fight. With a stunning finish over Smolka and a thoroughly gutsy performance against Benoit, Moreno went from an underdog to a clean prospect in a division dominated by Demetrious Johnson. He’ll need to work on some things though, but don’t be surprised if Moreno eventually cracks the top 10 list in the 125-pound rankings. This one in this list is one of the Marvelous MMA Athletes 2017.

6. Lando Vannata

At number 6 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Lando Vannata. If you’re an up-and-coming lightweight who desires to make a name for yourself, just do what Lando Vannata (8-1) has performed. He almost finished No. 2 ranked lightweight Tony Ferguson in his stunning UFC debut and knocked out John Makdessi with a cult spinning wheel kick. Vannata nailed Ferguson with a spinning backfist, then dropped him with a superb jab. He dropped his opponent again with a head kick and was almost on the cusp of an upset. Ferguson survived and then found his groove to submit Vannata in the second round. This one in this list is one of the Splendid MMA Athletes 2017.

5. Alexa Grasso

At number 5 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Alexa Grasso. The future looks shining for women’s UFC strawweight Alexa Grasso (9-0). Grasso had extensively competed for local promotions in Mexico before joining Invicta FC. She won three straight bouts and kept her undefeated record intact. The Lobo Gym fighter signed on with the UFC adhering to her unanimous decision win over Jodie Esquibel. She played her Octagon debutant match against Heather Jo Clark at UFC Fight Night 98. “Hurricane” was no match for Grasso. In spite of being known for her stand-up, Grasso controlled the fight wherever it went.  This one in this list is one of the Fabulous MMA Athletes 2017.

4. Francis Ngannou

At number 4 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Francis Ngannou. Since his debut in the UFC in late 2015, the MMA world has taken good notice of Francis Ngannou (9-1). In all of his professional wins, Ngannou has finished his opponent. He has earned five knockouts and four submissions. His last bout was with Anthony Hamilton at UFC Fight Night 102. Ngannou impressed fans at the Times Union Center with his brute strength. Hamilton had Ngannou’s back against the fence. Ngannou sincerely held onto the arm of Hamilton and drove him right to the ground for a kimura. Hamilton was forced to tap eventually. This one in this list is one of the Fantastic MMA Athletes 2017.

3. Mickey Gall

At number 3 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Mickey Gall. It seems like just yesterday when UFC president Dana White discovered Mickey Gall for his “Lookin’ For A Fight” series. There, Gall took a microphone and announced to White he wanted a fight with CM Punk. Gall was given a chance to earn a fight with Punk, provided he was successful in his debut with the organization. At UFC Fight Night 82, Gall submitted Mike Jackson in only 45 seconds. This one in this list is one of the Best MMA Athletes 2017.

2. Doo Ho Choi

At number 2 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Doo Ho Choi. South Korean bruiser Doo Ho Choi made his famous UFC debut back in Nov. 2014. It merely lasted 18 seconds as the “Korean Superboy” starched Juan Manuel Puig. Choi’s last scrap was particularly one MMA fans won’t soon forget. The “Korean Superboy” and Cub Swanson traded leather in what is inevitable to be a “Fight of the Year” candidate. Choi had his high moments in the fight, tagging his opponent a few times. In the end, it was Swanson who landed frequently and connected with the harder shots to help earn him a unanimous decision victory. This one in this list is one of the Amazing MMA Athletes 2017.

1. Yair Rodriguez

At number 1 in this list of Top 10 MMA Athletes 2017, we have Yair Rodriguez. In 2017, we may stop calling Yair Rodriguez (8-1) a promising prospect and start recognizing him as a contender. “Pantera” has fought five times within the Octagon and has emerged victorious in all of those bouts. Rodriguez had also gained the first TUF: Latin America finale against Leonardo Morales. Rodriguez then comfortably earned a “Fight of the Night” bonus for his wild affair with Charles Rosa at UFC 188. “Pantera” again took a split decision victory. This one in this list is one of the Awesome MMA Athletes 2017.

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