Impressive first impressions: The top 10 UFC debut performances of 2021

Another year is in the books – and the UFC provided a number of memorable moments in 2021.

Numerous prospects, Dana White’s Contender Series signees, highly touted fighters, and even a former Bellator champion were brought in from other promotions made their UFC debuts in 2021 – but some were more memorable than others.

Here are the 10 UFC debut performances that stood out above the rest.

Note: Factors in determining the ranking included skills displayed, flare, by how much expectations were exceeded, potential ceiling of athlete, and level of statement made.