Light heavyweight (MMA)

The light heavyweight division in mixed martial arts generally refers to competitors weighing from 186 to 205 lb (84 to 93 kg). It sits between the lighter middleweight division, and the heavyweight division.

The light heavyweight limit, as defined by the Nevada State Athletic Commission[1] and the Association of Boxing Commissions[2] is 205 lb (93 kg)

ONE Championship's light heavyweight limits between 206 to 225 lb (93.1 to 102.1 kg).

Current champions

This table is not always up to date. Last updated on May 6, 2016.

Organization Reign Began Champion Record Defenses
UFC May 23, 2015 United States Daniel Cormier 17-1 (6KO 5SUB) 1
Bellator MMA November 4, 2016 United States Phil Davis 17-3-(1) (3KO 5SUB) 0
WSOF September 18, 2015 United States David Branch 17-3 (5KO 6SUB) 1
ONE Championship May 6, 2016 Brazil Roger Gracie 8-2 (1KO 6SUB) 0

See also

References

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