These exceptional athletes have showcased their skill, versatility, and dominance by conquering multiple weight divisions.
In the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), several fighters have achieved the remarkable feat of holding two championship belts simultaneously.
These exceptional athletes have showcased their skill, versatility, and dominance by conquering multiple weight divisions. Let’s explore the UFC fighters who have achieved the distinction of holding double belts.
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Conor McGregor known for his charismatic personality and knockout power, became the first fighter in UFC history to hold two titles in different weight classes. McGregor claimed the featherweight championship with a stunning 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo at UFC 194 in December 2015. Later, he moved up to the lightweight division and secured the title with a second-round TKO victory over Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205 in November 2016. McGregor’s historic achievement solidified his status as one of the most iconic fighters in UFC history.
Daniel Cormier a highly skilled wrestler and mixed martial artist, accomplished the feat of holding titles in two different weight classes. Cormier initially captured the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship by defeating Anthony Johnson at UFC 187. Following Jon Jones’ suspension, Cormier was awarded the undisputed championship. He then moved up to the heavyweight division and won the title by knocking out Stipe Miocic at UFC 226. With this achievement, Cormier became a two-division champion.
Amanda Nunes is regarded as one of the greatest female fighters of all time. She has cemented her legacy by holding titles in two different weight divisions. Nunes first captured the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship by defeating Miesha Tate at UFC 200. She defended the title successfully multiple times before moving up to the featherweight division. Nunes claimed the featherweight title with a first-round knockout of Cris Cyborg at UFC 232. Nunes’ ability to dominate across weight classes showcases her exceptional skills and versatility.
Henry Cejudo an Olympic gold medalist in wrestling, accomplished the feat of becoming a two-division champion in the UFC. Cejudo first won the UFC Flyweight Championship by defeating Demetrious Johnson at UFC 227. He successfully defended the title before moving up to the bantamweight division. Cejudo secured the vacant UFC Bantamweight Championship by defeating Marlon Moraes at UFC 238. Cejudo’s incredible achievement in both the flyweight and bantamweight divisions solidifies his status as one of the top fighters in the lower-weight classes.
These Four fighters have written their names in the history books and have set a standard for future generations of fighters to aspire to. These athletes have shown that with hard work, determination, and talent, the pinnacle of success in the UFC is attainable across multiple weight divisions.
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