For all of you betting fans new to the UFC, let's run through the weight divisions to get a better idea of the different classes and what they look like.
Heavyweight (206-265 lbs)
Sports betting fans know heavyweight has always been the marquee division. Long ruled by Fedor Emelianenko, the heavyweight division has entered a new epoch. It's current number one is the UFC champ, Brock Lesnar.
Light Heavyweight (205 lbs)
It's largely accepted that the most talented division is the light heavyweight division. Fighters in this weight class include champion Mauricio "Shogun" Rua, Lyoto Machida, Rashad Evans and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson. This has historically been an extremely competitive division, reflective of the wealth of talent. On Lyoto Machida successfully defended the belt only once during his recent tenure as champion. Quinton Jackson, Rashad Evans, and Forrest Griffin all held the title in the past two years, but none have successfully defended it.
Middleweight (185 lbs)
Middleweight is the home of Anderson Silva, but despite being ruled by one of the sport's best, this division historically has been lacking. Fighters who have fought in this class include Dan Henderson, Rich Franklin, and Silva's next challenger, Chael Sonnen.
Welterweight (170 lbs)
Welterweight has been considered, along with light heavyweight, to be one of the most talented pools of fighters in mixed martial arts. Long ruled by Matt Hughes, the division is currently lorded over by P4P king, Georges St. Pierre. That St. Pierre has been such a dominant champion is revealing of his greatness - he routinely defends against the best in the world.
Lightweight (155 lbs)
Lightweight fighters routinely put on some of the most action-packed fights in mixed martial arts. Fighters in this weight class include champion Frankie Edgar, Evan Dunham, George Sotiropoulos, and former champ, BJ Penn.
