Murzakanov has best record among UFC light heavyweights under 179cm tall

Azamat Murzakanov holds a 6-0 UFC record at light heavyweight despite standing only 178cm tall, making him the most successful fighter at that height in the division's history. The post provides detailed statistics showing that among the shortest light heavyweights in UFC history (179cm and under), Murzakanov has the best winning record. If he reaches a title fight, he would be the first challenger under 180cm to fight for the light heavyweight belt in 27 years. Murzakanov is scheduled to face Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday. The only other fighters with winning records at similar heights were Frank Shamrock (178cm, 5-0) and Ilir Latifi (178cm, 7-5).