Azamat Murzakanov holds best UFC light heavyweight record among fighters under 179 cm

Azamat Murzakanov, standing at 178 cm, is currently 6-0 in the UFC light heavyweight division, making him the most successful fighter under 179 cm tall in the division's history. He surpasses legendary Frank Shamrock who was 5-0 at the same height. If Murzakanov fights for the title, he would be the first challenger under 180 cm in 27 years to compete for the belt at 205 pounds, with Daniel Cormier and Rashad Evans both standing at exactly 180 cm. The post lists numerous short light heavyweights throughout UFC history, most with losing records. Murzakanov faces Paulo Costa this Saturday at UFC 327.