UFC Middleweight Rankings
Sean Strickland on top, 15 ranked contenders chasing — division limit 185 lb (83.9 kg).
Sean Strickland
Champion
Khamzat Chimaev
United Arab Emirates
Dricus Du Plessis
South Africa
Nassourdine Imavov
France
Brendan Allen
Brazil
Caio Borralho
Brazil
Anthony Hernandez
USA
Joe Pyfer
USA
Israel Adesanya
Nigeria
Reinier de Ridder
Netherlands
Christian Leroy Duncan
England
Gregory Rodrigues
Brazil
Jared Cannonier
USA
Ikram Aliskerov
Russia
Bo Nickal
USA
Roman Dolidze
Georgia
Full Middleweight Roster
UFC Middleweight — Division Guide
The UFC middleweight division (limit 185 lb (83.9 kg)) is currently ruled by Sean Strickland, who holds the belt with a 31-7 record while representing USA. Below the champion sit 15 ranked contenders, every one of them one or two wins away from a title conversation.
The chase is led by Khamzat Chimaev (15-1), Dricus Du Plessis (24-3), Nassourdine Imavov (17-4) — the names most likely to appear in the next title fight announcement. As a group, this division finishes 77% of its wins, 48% by knockout, so title eliminators here rarely need the judges.
Rankings on this page follow the official UFC divisional rankings and update after every event. Tap any fighter for the full profile: record, advanced striking and grappling stats, last five fights with results, and the next scheduled bout.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current UFC middleweight champion?
Sean Strickland is the current UFC middleweight champion with a record of 31-7 (12 KO/TKO wins).
Who is the #1 middleweight contender in the UFC?
Khamzat Chimaev is ranked #1 at middleweight with a record of 15-1.
What is the middleweight weight limit in the UFC?
The UFC middleweight limit is 185 lb (83.9 kg).