Weltervikt

Weltervikt is a weight class in combat sports, primarily boxing and mixed martial arts. The exact weight limits can vary slightly between different organizations and sanctioning bodies, but generally, the welterweight division is for fighters weighing between 147 and 154 pounds (approximately 66.7 to 69.8 kilograms). This places it between the lighter lightweight division and the heavier middleweight division.

In boxing, welterweight has been a historically significant weight class, producing many iconic champions. Notable welterweights include Sugar Ray Robinson, who is widely considered one of the greatest pound-for-pound boxers of all time, and Manny Pacquiao, a multi-division world champion who spent considerable time dominating the welterweight ranks. The division demands a blend of speed, power, and technical skill, as fighters are typically strong enough to deliver significant blows while maintaining the agility needed for effective defense and movement.

In mixed martial arts, the welterweight division is also a highly competitive and popular category. Fighters in this class often showcase a diverse range of skills, including striking, grappling, and wrestling. Prominent MMA welterweights have included Georges St-Pierre, a dominant former UFC champion, and Kamaru Usman, another long-reigning UFC welterweight king. The strategic matchups and the potential for exciting fights contribute to the division's appeal within the sport.