welterweight
noun
wel·ter·weight
ˈwel-tər-ˌwāt 
: a boxer in a weight division having a maximum limit of 147 pounds compare lightweight, middleweight
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The tournament details have begun to come out, including the location, dates, and the entire welterweight class fighting in the tournament.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
And, after showcasing his unique striking skills in the weight class above, Page will return to welterweight with another impressive win added to his resume after demonstrating that his striking remains among the very best in the UFC, in any weight class.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
In a monumental feat of multi-tasking, the 23-year-old junior welterweight won – via knockout, of course – the biggest fight of his career so far while also getting the attention of his dream opponents.
—Mirjam Swanson, Orange County Register, 31 Jan. 2025
After the Woodley fight was canceled, Edwards wanted to fight Jorge Masvidal, someone ranked ahead of him or for the UFC welterweight crown.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
And, after showcasing his unique striking skills in the weight class above, Page will return to welterweight with another impressive win added to his resume after demonstrating that his striking remains among the very best in the UFC, in any weight class.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
In a monumental feat of multi-tasking, the 23-year-old junior welterweight won – via knockout, of course – the biggest fight of his career so far while also getting the attention of his dream opponents.
—Mirjam Swanson, Orange County Register, 31 Jan. 2025
After the Woodley fight was canceled, Edwards wanted to fight Jorge Masvidal, someone ranked ahead of him or for the UFC welterweight crown.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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welterweight
noun
wel·ter·weight
ˈwel-tər-ˌwāt
: a boxer in a weight division having an upper limit of 147 pounds
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