The atomweight division in mixed martial arts generally refers to competitors weighing at or less than 105 lb (48 kg). It sits below the heavier strawweight division and is the lightest weight class widely recognized within MMA. The atomweight division in mixed martial arts is not defined by the Unified Rules and is used almost exclusively for Women's MMA.
- The Invicta FC's atomweight limits between 96 to 105 lbs (44 to 48 kg)
- The ONE Championship's atomweight division, with upper limit at 110.2 lb (50 kg)
- The Deep Jewels's atomweight division, with upper limit at 105.8 lb (48 kg)
- The Road FC's atomweight division, with upper limit at 105.8 lb (48 kg)
Video Atomweight (MMA)
Ambiguity and clarification
Invicta Fighting Championships, an all women's MMA organization, regularly holds contests at this weight and circulates a championship title. They held their inaugural atomweight title fight on October 6, 2012. The contest saw Jessica Penne defeating Naho Sugiyama by triangle choke in the second round. The title is currently held by Ayaka Hamasaki.
Maps Atomweight (MMA)
Professional champions
Current champions
This table is not always up to date. Last updated on January 17, 2018.
See also
- List of current MMA Women's Atomweight Champions
- List of Road FC Women's Atomweight championship
- Mixed martial arts weight classes
References
External links
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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