Azamat Murzakanov stands at 178 cm tall and holds a perfect 6-0 record in the UFC light heavyweight division, making him the most successful fighter under 179 cm in the division's history. His record surpasses other notable short light heavyweights including Frank Shamrock (178 cm, 5-0) and Ilir Latifi (178 cm, 7-5). If Murzakanov reaches a title fight, he would be the first challenger under 180 cm to compete for the light heavyweight belt in 27 years. Murzakanov is set to face Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday. The post provides a comprehensive list of the shortest light heavyweights in UFC history, with most having losing records at the weight class.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
