What is the light heavyweight weight limit in boxing?

The light heavyweight division has a weight limit of 79.38 kg (175 lb). Boxers who weigh above the limit at the official weigh-in forfeit their shot at any title on the line.

What's the next light heavyweight fight?

The next scheduled light heavyweight fight is Modestas Bukauskas vs Christian Edwards on Saturday, May 16, 2026 on Paramount+.

Light Heavyweight

Boxing's light heavyweight division — limit 79.38 kg (175 lb). Current champions, top contenders, and every upcoming fight.

Current World Champions

No current champion data on file. Rankings sync coming soon.

Upcoming Light Heavyweight Fights

16May
Modestas BukauskasvsChristian Edwards
UFC Fight Night: Allen vs Costa · Paramount+
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23May
Daniel LapinvsBenjamin Mendes Tani
Glory in Giza · DAZN
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30May
Dmitry BivolvsMichael Eifert
Dmitry Bivol vs. Michael Eifert
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27Jun
Ben WhittakervsRichard Rivera
Zayas vs. Ennis · DAZN
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Light Heavyweight — Frequently Asked

What is the light heavyweight weight limit in boxing?: The light heavyweight division has a weight limit of 79.38 kg (175 lb). Boxers who weigh above the limit at the official weigh-in forfeit their shot at any title on the line.
What's the next light heavyweight fight?: The next scheduled light heavyweight fight is Modestas Bukauskas vs Christian Edwards on Saturday, May 16, 2026 on Paramount+.

About the Light Heavyweight division

The light heavyweight division in professional boxing has a weight limit of 79.38 kg (175 lb). Fighters who weigh above the limit at the official weigh-in forfeit their shot at any title that may be on the line. Rankings above are the most recent snapshot we hold from each sanctioning body; champions update within hours of a title fight via our live scorecard feed.