General
Will the UFC introduce a new women's weight class (either 105-pound atomweight or 165-pound super lightweight) before the end of 2025?
A sports business prediction on MMA expansion, testing whether the premier mixed martial arts organization will add new divisions to accommodate growing women's talent pools.
90 total votes
Analysis
Expanding the Octagon: UFC's Women's Division Growth
The UFC has seen tremendous success with its women's divisions, particularly with stars like Zhang Weili, Alexa Grasso, and Raquel Pennington. With talent pools deepening globally, the logical next step is adding new weight classes.
The Talent Pipeline Demands It
The strong 'Yes' vote reflects both business logic and athlete advocacy. The 105-pound atomweight division has proven successful in other promotions, providing a home for fighters between strawweight and flyweight. Similarly, a 165-pound division would create opportunities for women who struggle to make 155 or are undersized at 170. With the UFC constantly seeking new championship opportunities and storylines, adding a women's weight class by end of 2025 appears highly likely.