Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0145-03-.12

Current through October 22, 2024

Section 0145-03-.12 - WEIGHT CLASSIFICATIONS

The following shall constitute the applicable weight classes for all contests. The allowable weight differential (in pounds) between contestants within major classifications shall be as permitted by the Commission at its discretion. If a contestant misses the contracted weight and the two (2) competitors are in different weight classes, the heavier opponent shall not exceed five (5) lbs. of the lower weight fighter. A promoter may establish its own weight requirements for championship or title fights.

(a) Strawweight	Through 115 lbs.
(b) Flyweight	115.1 lbs. - 125 lbs.
(c) Bantamweight	125.1 lbs. - 135 lbs.
(d) Featherweight	135.1 lbs. - 145 lbs.
(e) Lightweight	145.1 lbs. - 155 lbs.
(f) Super Lightweight	155.1 lbs. - 165 lbs.
(g) Welterweight	165.1 lbs. - 170 lbs.
(h) Super Welterweight	170.1 lbs. - 175 lbs.
(i) Middleweight	175.1 lbs. - 185 lbs.
(j) Super Middleweight	185.1 lbs. - 195 lbs.
(k) Light Heavyweight	195.1 lbs. - 205 lbs.
(l) Cruiserweight	205.1 lbs. - 225 lbs.
(m) Heavyweight	225.1 lbs. - 265 lbs.
(n) Super Heavyweight	Over 265.1 lbs.

Emergency rules 0145-01 through 0145-05 filed November 7, 2008; effective though April 21, 2009. Emergency rule filed April 20, 2009; effective through October 2, 2009. New rule filed March 17, 2009; effective May 31, 2009. Amendments filed May 8, 2019; effective August 6, 2019. Amendments filed July 13, 2023; effective 10/11/2023.

Authority: Chapter 1149 of the Public Acts of 2008, § 2; Tennessee Athletic Commission Act of 2016; and T.C.A. §§ 68-115-201 and 68-115-203.