Famous people running for office isn’t new. Conor McGregor, arguably one of the UFC's biggest names, even took a swing at Ireland’s presidential race recently. And now there’s the UFC event at the White House, which puts fighters in the same rooms as political players.
This got us wondering: which UFC athletes could actually make the jump from the octagon to a ballot? And could any of them end up at the White House in a different role one day?
We looked at three things to rank electability: social media reach, estimated net worth, and public sentiment.
Key Takeaways
- Conor McGregor ranks as the most electable UFC fighter.
- His case is helped by the largest social following and the highest estimated net worth among UFC fighters, $200,000,000.
- Khabib Nurmagomedov and Shara Magomedov come in second and third, each with sizable followings.
- Ronaldo Rodriguez posts a perfect positive sentiment score, 100.00, higher than any other fighter.
- Michelle Waterson Gomez rates as the least electable UFC fighter, followed by Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Zabit Magomedsharipov.
- Zabit Magomedsharipov also has the highest negative sentiment score, 100.00, reflecting very unfavorable public perception.
The Most Electable UFC Fighters
| Rank | Name | Electability Score (0-100) | Followers | Estimated Net Worth | Positive Sentiment (From Reddit) |
| 1 | Conor McGregor | 72.74 | 46,554,425 | $200,000,000 | 39.90 |
| 2 | Khabib Nurmagomedov | 42.06 | 40,478,127 | $40,000,000 | 35.79 |
| 3 | Shara Magomedov | 31.43 | 2,100,442 | N/A | 31.82 |
| 4 | Ronda Rousey | 27.42 | 17,040,843 | $14,000,000 | 38.43 |
| 5 | Jack Della Maddalena | 27.02 | 304,384 | $300,000 | 28.62 |
| 6 | Anderson Silva | 26.92 | 5,227,423 | $14,000,000 | 42.86 |
| 7 | Ronaldo Rodriguez | 25.53 | 2,182,877 | $200,000 | 100.00 |
| 8 | Islam Makhachev | 24.27 | 10,884,014 | $6,000,000 | 34.21 |
| 9 | Jon Jones | 23.01 | 9,408,721 | $8,000,000 | 40.31 |
| 10 | Ilia Topuria | 22.44 | 11,288,036 | $2,000,000 | 36.97 |
Conor McGregor: “Notorious Leadership: Bold Moves for a Better Tomorrow”
With 46.5 million followers and an estimated $200,000,000 net worth, McGregor sits at the top with a 72.74 electability score. The reach is unmatched, and the name recognition does a lot of heavy lifting.
Though his first shot at Ireland’s presidency didn’t go anywhere, plenty of politicians miss before they land one, and it's important to remember that positive sentiment sits at 39.90.
If elected, he’d push The Proper Payday Act, a proposal to encourage entrepreneurship with tax incentives while setting fairer pay standards for professional fighters.
Khabib Nurmagomedov: “Discipline and Integrity: Building a Stronger Nation”
Khabib brings more than 40 million followers, an estimated $40,000,000 net worth, and a 42.06 electability score. The profile is steady, built on discipline and a clean public image, with positive sentiment at 35.79.
If elected, he’d back The Strong Roots Initiative, a plan to fund youth sports and health programs through government support and local community involvement.
Shara Magomedov: “Bulletproof Vision: Shooting Straight for Progress”
Shara reads like a rising name here. A 31.43 electability score, 2,100,442 followers, positive sentiment at 31.82, and an 18.36% interaction rate point to real traction. Estimated net worth isn’t available, which is fine for a newer public figure.
If elected, he’d back the Digital Empowerment Effort, a policy focused on digital literacy and youth entrepreneurship so kids can actually use tech to build something.
Ronda Rousey: “Trailblazing Equality: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures”
Rousey lands a 27.42 electability score backed by 17,040,843 followers and an estimated net worth of $14,000,000. Public sentiment is solid at 38.43. The equity angle tracks with how most fans already see her.
If elected, she’d push the Equal Play Act, a proposal for equal funding and resources in women’s athletics at every level.
Jack Della Maddalena: “Your Voice, Our Fight: Together for the Common Good”
Jack posts a 27.02 electability score with 304,384 followers, an estimated net worth of $300,000, and positive sentiment at 28.62. The profile reads like a grounded one with room to grow.
If elected, he’d lead the Community Connect Program, an initiative to upgrade local rec facilities and improve access so more people can actually use them.
Anderson Silva: “Weaving Strength Through Unity: A New Silk Road to Success”
Silva still carries real weight beyond the cage. He posts a 26.92 electability score, 5,227,423 followers, and an estimated net worth of $14,000,000. Positive sentiment is 42.86.
If elected, he’d promote the Sports Diplomacy Pact, a policy built around international sports exchange programs to drive cross-cultural understanding and cooperation.
Ronaldo Rodriguez: “Positivity in Action: Uplifting Communities, Inspiring Change”
Rodriguez grades out with a 25.53 electability score and a perfect positive sentiment, 100.00, which is rare. He’s followed by 2,182,877 people and has an estimated net worth of $200,000.
If elected, he’d advocate for the Mental Health Matters Initiative, a plan to expand community resources and awareness campaigns around mental health.
Islam Makhachev: “Steadfast Progress: Educate, Empower, Elevate”
Makhachev sits at a 24.27 electability score with 10,884,014 followers and an estimated net worth of $6,000,000. Positive sentiment is 34.21.
If elected, he’d start the Vocational Vision Plan, aimed at strengthening education and vocational training with clear career paths in sports, health, and wellness.
Jon Jones: “A New Chapter of Justice: Reform, Rebuild, Renew”
Jones comes in with a 23.01 electability score, 9,408,721 followers, and an estimated net worth of $8,000,000. Positive sentiment is 40.31. The profile is complicated, sure, but the influence is real.
If elected, he’d back the Justice Reform Act, a policy centered on rehabilitation and helping former offenders reenter society with meaningful support.
Ilia Topuria: “Youthful Energy, Unyielding Spirit: Leading with Passion”
Topuria posts a 22.44 electability score, connects with 11,288,036 followers, and carries an estimated net worth of $2,000,000. Positive sentiment is 36.97. The appeal is the momentum and the undefeated aura fans know well.
If elected, he’d launch the Resilience and Growth Initiative, investing in youth programs that build resilience, leadership, and personal growth through sport.
Least Electable UFC Fighters
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| Rank | Name | Electability Score (0-100) | Followers | Estimated Net Worth | Positive Sentiment |
| 1 | Michelle Waterson Gomez | 1.09 | 1,553,891 | $700,000 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Joanna Jedrzejczyk | 2.18 | 1,948,552 | $4,000,000 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Zabit Magomedsharipov | 3.80 | 3,222,691 | $2,000,000 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Belal Muhammad | 10.31 | 1,080,810 | $2,000,000 | 16.7 |
| 5 | Claudia Gadelha | 10.82 | 1,110,763 | $1,300,000 | 0.0 |
| 6 | TJ Dillashaw | 10.95 | 1,405,372 | $4,000,000 | 11.8 |
| 7 | Blake Bilder | 10.99 | 1,028,920 | N/A | 0.0 |
| 8 | Michael Page | 11.07 | 1,049,137 | $1,500,000 | 15.0 |
| 9 | Tracy Cortez | 11.20 | 1,361,881 | $100,000 | 17.6 |
| 10 | Movsar Evloev | 11.28 | 1,478,324 | $200,000 | 12.5 |
White House Victory
The White House card is still a question mark. Maybe some of these fighters appear, maybe none, maybe the whole thing fizzles. If a lineup actually gets announced, you’ll see markets on winners, likely some props, and Fanatics Sportsbook promos tied to the matchups. Until then, it’s wait and see.
Politics is a different weight class. Most of these athletes will never price as real candidates, and many are happy staying famous and very comfortable without filing papers. However, a few could take a real shot, McGregor included, because the name recognition and following are already built in, which gives their whole process a nice boost.
Methodology
We started wide, 105 fighters. How did someone make the pool? Current or former champs, more than 1 million Instagram followers, or just a big enough public profile to matter. Then we scored three buckets:
- Social media presence: Instagram followers and engagement, plus followers on X, formerly Twitter. Engagement figures came from Social Blade.
- Financial status: estimated net worth from Celebrity Net Worth. If that site did not list a figure, we used Sportskeeda and Wealthy Gorilla.
- Public sentiment: Reddit discussions, scored for positive, neutral, and negative.
Each factor was normalized from 0 to 1, weighted, then rolled up into an electability score from 0 to 100. The higher the number, the more electable. No secret sauce beyond that.
Sources: Instagram, X, Social Blade, Celebrity Net Worth, Sportskeeds, Wealthy Gorilla.
You can see the full data here.
