5 UFC fighters that would be best suited for a 165lb division

#4. Former interim UFC lightweight champion Dustin Poirier

Dustin Poirier has voiced his support for the introduction of a 165lb division. He has competed at featherweight and lightweight, and looks to be leaning towards another move in his career.

In the past, ‘The Diamond’ had even offered to fight former TUF winner Nate Diaz at 165lbs. Despite it not being an official weight class, a possible bout between the two could’ve been lucrative for both. If successful, Dana White could be persuaded to add a 165lbs division.

Based on how Poirier looks at lightweight, it’s hard to believe that he cut down to 145lbs in the past. ‘The Diamond’ would be a lot more powerful at 165lbs as he wouldn’t be cutting much weight. He’d be able to focus solely on his opponent and not have to devote too much time to the weight-cutting process.

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#3. Former UFC title challenger Nate Diaz

Regardless of weight class, former UFC title challenger Nate Diaz has been a fan favorite. He has been one of the most popular fighters in the promotion and has remained relevant even in defeat.

Diaz has been with the promotion since 2007, when he won TUF season 5. He has also competed in both the lightweight and welterweight divisions during his tenure. While many would argue that his best performances were at 155lbs, he is still competitive at 170lbs. In fact, his most recent fight against Leon Edwards ended in a wild sequence. He came close to finishing ‘Rocky’, but the bell sounded and he lost by unanimous decision.

The former TUF winner is an excellent example of an undersized welterweight that could be a successful 165-pounder. It would also ensure that he isn’t matched up with a fighter that has competed at middleweight in the past.