Historical milestones in UFC lower weight divisions for fighters over 35

The post documents major achievements by fighters aged 35 and older across UFC's three lowest weight classes over the past decade. Key milestones include Sara McMann becoming the first fighter in these divisions to achieve a three-fight win streak after turning 35 in February 2017, and Lauren Murphy becoming the first to reach five straight wins post-35 in June 2021. Amanda Nunes made history in June 2023 as the first fighter in all light divisions to win a title after 35, while Alexander Volkanovski became the first male to do so in April 2025. Valentina Shevchenko broke new ground as the first 37-year-old champion in these divisions in May 2025, with Volkanovski later matching that feat in February 2026. Most recently in April 2026, Raoni Barcelos became the second male after Ayman Zahabi to record five consecutive wins after turning 35.