Azamat Murzakanov has best UFC light heavyweight record among fighters under 5'11"

Azamat Murzakanov holds a perfect 6-0 record in the UFC light heavyweight division, making him the most successful fighter 179 cm or shorter in the weight class's history. The post provides historical context showing various short light heavyweights who competed in UFC, including Frank Shamrock (5-0) and Ilir Latifi (7-5), but notes Murzakanov's undefeated streak stands out. If Murzakanov reaches a title fight, he would be the first challenger under 180 cm tall to compete for the light heavyweight belt in 27 years. Fighters like Daniel Cormier and Rashad Evans stood exactly 180 cm. Murzakanov faces Paulo Costa this Saturday at UFC 327 in what could be a significant step toward title contention.