Azamat Murzakanov has become the most successful light heavyweight in UFC history among fighters 179 cm or shorter, with a perfect 6-0 record in the division. The post provides a detailed breakdown of the shortest light heavyweights in UFC history, with Terry Martin and Alexandre Ferreira being the shortest at 170 cm. Frank Shamrock previously held the best record among shorter fighters at 5-0 and 178 cm tall. If Murzakanov reaches a title fight, he would be the first challenger under 180 cm in 27 years to compete for the light heavyweight belt. Murzakanov faces Paulo Costa at UFC 327 this Saturday.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
