What is the lightweight weight limit in boxing?

The lightweight division has a weight limit of 61.24 kg (135 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 lightweight fight?

The next scheduled lightweight fight is Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway on Sunday, July 12, 2026 on ESPN.

Lightweight

Boxing's lightweight division — limit 61.24 kg (135 lb). Current champions, top contenders, and every upcoming fight.

Current World Champions

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

Upcoming Lightweight Fights

12Jul
Conor McGregorvsMax Holloway
UFC 329 · ESPN
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12Jul
Paddy PimblettvsBenoît Saint Denis
UFC 329 · ESPN
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18Jul
Andy CruzvsAlbert Bell
Matchroom Boxing on DAZN · DAZN
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18Jul
Chase HoopervsMitch Ramirez
UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs Usman · Paramount+
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25Jul
Ismael BonfimvsAxel Sola
UFC FIGHT NIGHT: ANKALAEV vs ROUNTREE JR.
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31Jul
Usman NurmagomedovvsArchie Colgan
PFL New York
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1Aug
William ZepedavsLamont Roach
Roach vs. Zepeda · TNT, truTV, DAZN
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1Aug
Lamont Roach Jr.vsWilliam Zepeda
Roach vs. Zepeda · TNT, truTV, DAZN
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1Aug
Lamont RoachvsWilliam Zepeda
Roach vs. Zepeda · TNT, truTV, DAZN
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1Aug
Raymond MuratallavsRobson Conceição
Roach vs. Zepeda · TNT, truTV, DAZN
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8Aug
Gamer MMAvsQuillan Salkilld
UFC Vegas 120 · Paramount+
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15Aug
Jalin TurnervsKauê Fernandes
UFC 330: MAKHACHEV vs. MACHADO GARRY · Paramount+
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15Aug
Edson BarbozavsEsteban Ribovics
UFC 330: MAKHACHEV vs. MACHADO GARRY · Paramount+
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29Aug
Scott MelvinvsDylan Cheema
MVPW-06 UK vs USA · Sky Sports
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29Aug
Caroline DuboisvsAmelia Moore
MVPW-06 UK vs USA · Sky Sports
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Lightweight — Frequently Asked

What is the lightweight weight limit in boxing?: The lightweight division has a weight limit of 61.24 kg (135 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 lightweight fight?: The next scheduled lightweight fight is Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway on Sunday, July 12, 2026 on ESPN.

About the Lightweight division

The lightweight division in professional boxing has a weight limit of 61.24 kg (135 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.