Azamat Murzakanov currently stands at 6-0 in the UFC light heavyweight division, making him the most successful fighter under 179 cm tall in the division's history. At 178 cm, he surpasses other notable short light heavyweights including Frank Shamrock (5-0 at 178 cm) and Ilir Latifi (7-5 at 178 cm). If Murzakanov fights for the title, he would be the first challenger under 180 cm to compete for the light heavyweight belt in 27 years. He faces Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday in a key matchup that could determine his title shot prospects.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
