Who is the shortest UFC fighter?

1. Hector Sandoval – 5'2'' (157 cm) Hector Sandoval is the only male UFC fighter in history (as far as I could find) listed below 160 cm. Therefore, at 5'2'' (157 cm), he's the shortest UFC fighter of all time.
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Who are the smallest UFC fighters?

If you want to know who is the shortest UFC fighter? Here's your answer: Two fighters hold the record for the shortest in UFC history, Hector Sandoval and Fredy Serrano. Both fighters measure 5'2″ (157.48cm) tall.
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Who is the shortest UFC fighter right now?

1: Demetrious Johnson. At 5'3", Demetrious Johnson is the shortest fighter in the UFC and it isn't holding him back just yet.
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Who is the tallest UFC lightweight?

Lightweight (155 Pounds)

Like the featherweight division, the lightweight division is full of lanky fighters who are 6'0'' and taller. Clearly taking the top spot is Corey Hill who measures at an impressive 6'4'' tall.
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Is a 71 inch reach good?

Your reach is usually determined by your height, meaning that taller people tend to have longer reach. Like most things, there are exceptions to this. But generally, you can assume that Shaquille O'Neal would have a longer reach than Danny DeVito. The average reach across professional boxing is 71 inches.
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Who is the strongest UFC fighter?

1. Francis Ngannou. Last but not least, Francis Ngannou takes the cake as the strongest UFC fighter of all time. Not only is the guy colossal and ripped, but he has also improved his technique drastically, making him one of the scariest sights we've ever seen.
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Who is the shortest lightweight UFC fighter?

1. Hector Sandoval – 5'2'' (157 cm) Hector Sandoval is the only male UFC fighter in history (as far as I could find) listed below 160 cm. Therefore, at 5'2'' (157 cm), he's the shortest UFC fighter of all time.
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Who is the biggest fighter in the world?

1. Emmanuel Yarbrough. By far, the biggest, largest, and heaviest UFC fighter of all time is Emmanuel Yarbrough. When he fought his only UFC fight, the colossal giant weighed in at an unbelievable 616 lbs (279 kg) in a 6'8'' (203 cm) frame.
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What is the smallest weight class in UFC?

Flyweight: The smallest division in the UFC has a maximum weight allowance of 125 pounds. In 2012, the UFC had a 4-man tournament to determine the identity of its first-ever UFC Flyweight Champion.
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Why are most UFC fighters short?

They focus on finding a balance between adding enough muscle mass to be strong and having top cardio. On top of that, most of them keep their body fat low which makes them look skinny. The best example is a fight between the former UFC champ, Tim Sylvia and Mariusz Pudzianowski.
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Who is the youngest in the UFC?

Chase Hooper (22 – September 13, 1999)

Hooper made history when he was signed by the UFC in August 2019, becoming the youngest fighter ever, at 19, to join the promotion.
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Who is the scariest UFC fighter?

Wanderlei Silva

The man is easily the most intimidating fighter in MMA today, and probably in MMA history. His nickname is "The Axe Murderer."
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Who is the goat in UFC?

There is a LOT to unpack here. Conor McGregor is named as GOAT of the featherweight division despite never successfully defending his title. The 'Notorious' would eventually move up to lightweight and win that title while also having two fights at welterweight.
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Who has the fastest punches in the UFC?

1. Frankie Edgar. Frankie Edgar is the epitome of speed. He has showcased some of the best in-and-out boxing in the UFC over the past few years.
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Who has the strongest punch in UFC?

On more than one occasion, UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has displayed his formidable punching power. In 2019, the Cameroonian paid a visit to UFC Performance Institute where he created the world record for the hardest punch ever measured at 129,161 units.
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What is the most powerful punch ever recorded?

Ngannou holds the record for the hardest punch ever landed at 129,161 units, with Dana White putting that figure into real-life situations. “His punches are equivalent to 96 horsepower.
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How can I enter UFC?

How to Get into UFC? [And Become a UFC Fighter]
  1. Compete in Amateur Competitions. It might sound obvious, but you can't become a professional overnight. ...
  2. Find an Agent. Once you're ready to start fighting professionally, you should start looking for an agent or a manager. ...
  3. Work Your Way Up Through Lower Leagues.
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