Heavyweight (MMA)
The heavyweight division in mixed martial arts generally groups fighters between 205 and 265 lb (93 and 120 kg).
Although many ambiguities exist within the lower weight classes regarding division naming and weight limits, the Heavyweight division is, for the most part, uniform. The UFC and most other North American MMA organizations such as StrikeForce (defunct), KOTC, MFC; also abide by this interpretation to their 206-265 lb athletes as Heavyweights. Some international organizations such as Dream (defunct) and the PRIDE FC (defunct) start at 206 lb but do not have upper weight limits. Pancrase's heavyweight division was 199–221 lb (90–100 kg) before being revised to its current 206–265 lb (93–120 kg). SRC's (defunct) heavyweight division was previously 206 and above but has since been revised to 206–265 lb (93–120 kg).[1]
The heavyweight upper weight limit, as defined by the Nevada State Athletic Commission[2] and the Association of Boxing Commissions[3] is 265 lb (120 kg).
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Professional Champions [edit]
Current champions [edit]
This table is not always up to date. Last updated on January 13, 2013.
| Organization | Reign Began | Champion | Record | Defenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC | December 29, 2012 |  Cain Velasquez |
11-1 (9KO) | 0 |
| Bellator MMA | December 14, 2012 |  Alexander Volkov |
19-3 (14KO 1SUB) | 0 |
See also [edit]
- List of current MMA Heavyweight champions
- List of UFC Heavyweight Champions
- List of Strikeforce Heavyweight Champions
- List of Pancrase Heavyweight Champions
References [edit]
- ^ "World Victory Road announces Sengoku weight classes to adhere to unified rules". mmajunkie.com.
- ^ "Nevada Revised Statutes: CHAPTER 467 - UNARMED COMBAT". http://www.leg.state.nv.us. Retrieved 2007-02-20.
- ^ "UNIFIED RULES OF MMA". ABCBoxing.com. Retrieved 2012-07-15.
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