🏋️ UFC Division Statistics
Explore statistics across all UFC weight classes - from Heavyweight to Strawweight
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📊 Division Finish Rate Comparison
How do finish rates compare across weight classes?
👊 Men's Divisions
Heavyweight
265 lbs
Top ELO
Jon Jones
1,522 ELO
Fighters
256 (48 active)
Total Fights
756
Title Fights
61
67.5%
Finish
52.5%
KO/TKO
14.9%
Sub
32.1%
Dec
Light Heavyweight
205 lbs
Top ELO
Alex Pereira
1,298 ELO
Fighters
203 (45 active)
Total Fights
737
Title Fights
62
63.1%
Finish
45.5%
KO/TKO
17.6%
Sub
36.5%
Dec
Middleweight
185 lbs
Top ELO
Dricus Du Plessis
1,184 ELO
Fighters
337 (74 active)
Total Fights
1,131
Title Fights
55
59.9%
Finish
38.4%
KO/TKO
21.5%
Sub
39.7%
Dec
Welterweight
170 lbs
Top ELO
Georges St-Pierre
1,455 ELO
Fighters
430 (89 active)
Total Fights
1,377
Title Fights
65
52.4%
Finish
33.5%
KO/TKO
18.9%
Sub
47.3%
Dec
Lightweight
155 lbs
Top ELO
Khabib Nurmagomedov
1,323 ELO
Fighters
427 (94 active)
Total Fights
1,428
Title Fights
51
52.2%
Finish
30.1%
KO/TKO
22.1%
Sub
47.6%
Dec
Featherweight
145 lbs
Top ELO
Aljamain Sterling
1,179 ELO
Fighters
254 (84 active)
Total Fights
845
Title Fights
33
46.3%
Finish
29.6%
KO/TKO
16.7%
Sub
53.6%
Dec
Bantamweight
135 lbs
Top ELO
Petr Yan
1,203 ELO
Fighters
254 (89 active)
Total Fights
759
Title Fights
35
46.2%
Finish
26.2%
KO/TKO
20%
Sub
53.6%
Dec
Flyweight
125 lbs
Top ELO
Demetrious Johnson
1,293 ELO
Fighters
134 (54 active)
Total Fights
410
Title Fights
30
45.6%
Finish
24.1%
KO/TKO
21.5%
Sub
54.1%
Dec
👩 Women's Divisions
Strawweight
115 lbs
Top ELO
Tatiana Suarez
1,136 ELO
Fighters
100 (51 active)
Total Fights
366
Title Fights
22
33.3%
Finish
13.4%
KO/TKO
19.9%
Sub
66.1%
Dec
Flyweight
125 lbs
Top ELO
Valentina Shevchenko
1,272 ELO
Fighters
77 (34 active)
Total Fights
270
Title Fights
13
36.7%
Finish
17%
KO/TKO
19.6%
Sub
63.3%
Dec
Bantamweight
135 lbs
Top ELO
Amanda Nunes
1,289 ELO
Fighters
72 (34 active)
Total Fights
243
Title Fights
21
39.1%
Finish
22.2%
KO/TKO
16.9%
Sub
60.9%
Dec
Featherweight
145 lbs
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Top ELO
Cristiane Justino
1,088 ELO
Fighters
6 (0 active)
Total Fights
30
Title Fights
8
43.3%
Finish
23.3%
KO/TKO
20%
Sub
56.7%
Dec
📋 Division Comparison Table
| Division | Fighters | Fights | Finish % | KO % | Sub % | Dec % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavyweight | 256 (48) | 756 | 67.5% | 52.5% | 14.9% | 32.1% |
| Light Heavyweight | 203 (45) | 737 | 63.1% | 45.5% | 17.6% | 36.5% |
| Middleweight | 337 (74) | 1,131 | 59.9% | 38.4% | 21.5% | 39.7% |
| Welterweight | 430 (89) | 1,377 | 52.4% | 33.5% | 18.9% | 47.3% |
| Lightweight | 427 (94) | 1,428 | 52.2% | 30.1% | 22.1% | 47.6% |
| Featherweight | 254 (84) | 845 | 46.3% | 29.6% | 16.7% | 53.6% |
| Bantamweight | 254 (89) | 759 | 46.2% | 26.2% | 20% | 53.6% |
| Flyweight | 134 (54) | 410 | 45.6% | 24.1% | 21.5% | 54.1% |
| Women's Strawweight | 100 (51) | 366 | 33.3% | 13.4% | 19.9% | 66.1% |
| Women's Flyweight | 77 (34) | 270 | 36.7% | 17% | 19.6% | 63.3% |
| Women's Bantamweight | 72 (34) | 243 | 39.1% | 22.2% | 16.9% | 60.9% |
| Women's Featherweight | 6 (0) | 30 | 43.3% | 23.3% | 20% | 56.7% |
Understanding UFC Weight Classes
The UFC features multiple weight divisions, each with its own unique characteristics and fighting styles. Weight classes ensure fair competition and create distinct strategic elements in each division.
Men's Divisions
- Heavyweight (265 lbs): The division of big punchers, typically featuring the highest KO rates.
- Light Heavyweight (205 lbs): A blend of power and athleticism with legendary champions.
- Middleweight (185 lbs): Often considered the most well-rounded division.
- Welterweight (170 lbs): Historically one of the deepest and most competitive divisions.
- Lightweight (155 lbs): The most popular division, known for technical excellence.
- Featherweight (145 lbs): Fast-paced action with elite striking.
- Bantamweight (135 lbs): Technical battles with high submission rates.
- Flyweight (125 lbs): The fastest fighters with incredible cardio.
Women's Divisions
Women's MMA has grown significantly, with divisions from Strawweight (115 lbs) to Featherweight (145 lbs), showcasing world-class athletes and exciting matchups.
Statistics on this page are updated regularly after each UFC event.