Flyweight (MMA)

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The flyweight division in mixed martial arts – as defined by the Nevada State Athletic Commission combat sports doctrine[1] – groups competitors below 125 lb (57 kg). This division known as bantamweight in Shooto, where competitors are limited to 123 lb (56 kg).

Due to the division's relative sparsity, few organizations have employed the use of a flyweight division. Some organizations, like Shooto, hold regular contests at that weight class and circulate a championship belt for that division.

[edit] Notable flyweights in MMA

  • Flag of Japan Shinichi Kojima, Shooto 123-pound champion
  • Flag of Japan Mamoru Yamaguchi, former Shooto 123-pound champion
  • Flag of Japan Setsu Iguchi, Shooto 123-pound contender
  • Flag of Brazil Robson Moura, former Shooto 123-pound contender

[edit] References

  1. ^ Nevada Revised Statutes: CHAPTER 467 - UNARMED COMBAT. http://www.leg.state.nv.us. Retrieved on February 20, 2007.


Weight divisions in mixed martial arts
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