Super heavyweight (MMA)
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The super heavyweight division in mixed martial arts generally refers to competitors weighing above 265 lb (120 kg).
In Japan, where mixed martial arts organizations are not obligated by law to implement weight classes, many open-weight bouts are designed around the theme of matching an extraordinarily large fighter against a much smaller, but more skilled opponent. Therefore, the distinction of Super Heavyweight, and how it differs from Heavyweight, holds little relevance in promotions such as PRIDE and K-1 HERO's.
In the United States, where state sanctioning laws often prohibit inter-divisional bouts, the Super Heavyweight class is necessary to pair two fighters above 265 lb. Even though the Super Heavyweight division lacks the popularity of its lighter counterparts, promotions routinely schedule bouts in the weight class.
[edit] Notable super heavyweights in MMA
Ricco Rodriguez, former UFC Heavyweight champion
Mark Hunt, K-1 2001 World GP champion, Pride veteran- Ron Waterman, UFC and PRIDE veteran
- Eric Pele, KOTC Super Heavyweight champion
- Bob Sapp, PRIDE, K-1, and K-1 HERO's veteran
- Eric Esch, PRIDE, K-1, Cage Rage, and KOTC veteran
Zuluzinho, PRIDE veteran
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