Azamat Murzakanov is now 6-0 in the UFC light heavyweight division, making him the most successful fighter under 179cm tall in the division's history. At 178cm, Murzakanov surpasses Frank Shamrock's previous best of 5-0 among shorter light heavyweights. If Murzakanov fights for the title, he would be the first challenger under 180cm tall to compete for the 205-pound belt in 27 years. Other notable shorter fighters include Ilir Latifi (178cm, 7-5) and William Knight (178cm, 3-2). Murzakanov faces Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
