Joe Rogan on Lightweight GOAT: ‘It Might Not Be Khabib’

The UFC’s lightweight division has long been considered one of the most talent-rich weight classes in the sport’s history. From dominant champions like Khabib Nurmagomedov, B.J. Penn, Frankie Edgar, and Benson Henderson to electrifying contenders, the 155-pound landscape has never lacked drama—or debate. Chief among them: Who is the greatest lightweight of all time? Recently, a familiar voice entered the conversation again. And when Joe Rogan speaks, the MMA world tends to stop and listen.

On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, the longtime UFC commentator offered a take that instantly got fans buzzing. Rogan didn’t hesitate when reflecting on who he believes deserves lightweight GOAT consideration. 'People talk about Khabib being the greatest lightweight of all time and maybe he is, it’s very possible he is—but I would put the B.J. Penn that fought Joe ‘Daddy’ Stevenson, the B.J. Penn that fought Sean Sherk, the B.J. Penn that was in that peak when he was training with Marinovich, I would put him against anybody.' The comment caught fire quickly and started trending across MMA forums and social media platforms.