Usman Nurmagomedov Shines at Bellator San Diego Fight Night Weights

Usman Nurmagomedov's Weigh-In Metrics

The fight night weights for athletes competing at Bellator San Diego have been disclosed by the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC). In an effort to address extreme weight cutting, the CSAC monitors fluctuations between the official weigh-in and fight night, flagging any variance exceeding 10 percent of a fighter's overall body weight.

Significant Weight Changes

This time around, 10 athletes from the Bellator San Diego card surpassed this threshold, dramatically impacting their performance. Notably, lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov hit the scales at 154.8 pounds but ballooned to 173.6 pounds by fight time, an impressive 18.8-pound gain—or 12% increase. In a parallel narrative, Alexander Shabliy managed a similar ascent, moving from 154.8 to 174 pounds, also registering a 12% gain.

Other Fighters' Gains

Several co-main event fighters also exhibited considerable weight gains:

• Lorenz Larkin: from 170.4 to 188.8 pounds (11% gain)
• Levan Chokheli: from 170.8 to 189 pounds (11% gain)

In addition to these competitors, others like Aaron Jeffery (184.4 to 201.6 pounds, 9%) and Masayuki Kikuiri (169 to 181.8 pounds, 8%) showed their own weight transformations. The intense performances each fighter displayed were influenced by these significant weight adaptations. The bouts were not just action-packed; they highlighted the impact of weight management in this brutal sport. Visit our site for the complete fight night weights and detailed insights.