Complete Guide to UFC Weight Classes: Divisions & Current Champions

Cameron Kelly Updated: May 12 2026 21:43

The UFC is organized into distinct weight divisions, each with strict weigh-in rules that athletes must meet before every bout.

What are the different UFC divisions?

Men's Divisions

Flyweight: Known for high pace, quick movement, and technical striking.
Bantamweight: A blend of rapid speed and intense knockout power.
Featherweight: Features explosive, fast-paced combinations and high endurance.
Lightweight: Is one of the deepest divisions in terms of talent.
Welterweight: A mix of high-level grappling and intense knockout rate.
Middleweight: Has a balance of size, speed, and technique.
Light Heavyweight: Known for its star power, striking, and explosive knockout.
Heavyweight: Has the most powerful athletes, and one-punch finishes.

What are the different UFC weight classes?


Flyweight	125 lbs
Bantamweight	135 lbs
Featherweight	145 lbs
Lightweight	155 lbs
Welterweight	170 lbs
Middleweight	185 lbs
Light heavyweight	205 lbs
Heavyweight	265 lbs

When are the official UFC weigh-ins held?

Weigh-ins occur the day before the fight, and athletes weigh in between 9-11 am local time.

What are the UFC weigh-in rules?

Each weight class requires athletes to weigh-in under a specific number.

Depending on who is regulating the bout, athletes who exceed the desired weigh-in number may be given an additional hour to try and lose the weight they need to meet the number.

For non-title bouts, athletes are allowed to weigh one pound above the divisions limit.

What happens if a UFC athlete misses weight?

Failure to make the required weight results in the athlete forfeiting the fight and a percentage of the purse to their opponent, or making an agreement to compete as a catchweight bout.

Who are the current UFC Divison Champions?

Flyweight	Joshua Van	Won title: May 9, 2026
Bantamweight	Petr Yan	Won title: December 6, 2025
Featherweight	Alexander Volkanovski	Won title: April 12, 2025
Lightweight	Ilia Topuria	Won title: June 28, 2025
Welterweight	Islam Makhachev	Won title: November, 15, 2025
Middleweight	Sean Strickland	Won title: May 9, 2026
Light Heavyweight	Carlos Ulberg	Won title: April 11, 2026
Heavyweight	Tom Aspinall	Won title: June 21, 2025