UFC Women's Bantamweight Rankings
Kayla Harrison on top, 15 ranked contenders chasing — division limit 135 lb (61.2 kg).
Kayla Harrison
Champion
Julianna Peña
USA
Raquel Pennington
USA
Joselyne Edwards
Panama
Norma Dumont
Brazil
Ailin Perez
Argentina
Yana Santos
Russia
Luana Santos
Brazil
Macy Chiasson
USA
Jacqueline Cavalcanti
Portugal
Karol Rosa
Brazil
Bia Mesquita
Brazil
Michelle Montague
New Zealand
Nora Cornolle
France
Miesha Tate
USA
Melissa Croden
Canada
Full Women's Bantamweight Roster
UFC Women's Bantamweight — Division Guide
The UFC women's bantamweight division (limit 135 lb (61.2 kg)) is currently ruled by Kayla Harrison, who holds the belt with a 19-1 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 Julianna Peña (13-6), Raquel Pennington (16-10), Joselyne Edwards (18-6) — the names most likely to appear in the next title fight announcement. As a group, this division finishes 55% of its wins, 33% 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 women's bantamweight champion?
Kayla Harrison is the current UFC women's bantamweight champion with a record of 19-1 (6 KO/TKO wins).
Who is the #1 women's bantamweight contender in the UFC?
Julianna Peña is ranked #1 at women's bantamweight with a record of 13-6.
What is the women's bantamweight weight limit in the UFC?
The UFC women's bantamweight limit is 135 lb (61.2 kg).