Azamat Murzakanov has established himself as the most successful UFC light heavyweight fighter standing 179cm or shorter, boasting a perfect 6-0 record in the division. The post provides historical context by listing the shortest light heavyweights in UFC history, noting that Frank Shamrock (5-0 at 178cm) previously held distinction in this category. If Murzakanov reaches a title fight, he would be the first fighter under 180cm to compete for the light heavyweight championship in 27 years. Murzakanov is scheduled to face Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday. The analysis highlights that previous champions Daniel Cormier and Rashad Evans were both exactly 180cm tall.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
