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A UFC Championship is a title awarded by the Ultimate Fighting Championship, an American mixed martial arts promotion founded in 1993. The promotion awards a championship belt for each of its distinct men's and women's weight classes. Fighters earn the title by winning a championship bout, either by defeating the reigning champion or capturing a vacant belt. A champion must then defend their title against top-ranked contenders within their division to retain their status.
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UFC Championship ranks #26 of 161 in the Championship ranking, behind World Snooker Championship, ahead of Six Nations Championship (Rugby).
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When was the Ultimate Fighting Championship founded?
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is an American mixed martial arts promotion founded in 1993. It has since grown into the premier organization for MMA fighters worldwide.
How does a fighter win a UFC Championship belt?
Fighters earn a championship belt by winning a championship bout against the reigning titleholder in their specific weight class. If the title is vacant, two top contenders compete to claim the undisputed championship.
How many different UFC weight classes are there?
The promotion awards a championship belt for each of its distinct men's and women's weight classes. As of the mid-2020s, there are twelve weight divisions, eight for men and four for women.
What title does a UFC champion hold?
The winner of a championship match is awarded a UFC Championship belt, signifying they are the undisputed champion of their respective weight class. Champions must continually defend their title against top-ranked contenders to maintain their status.
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