The UFC Bantamweight Champion is the titleholder in the bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), which features fighters weighing between 126 and 135 pounds. This championship is awarded to the top fighter in the division, who has proven their skills through a series of competitive matches. The current champion is determined through title fights, where the reigning champion defends their title against a challenger. The bantamweight division has seen many notable fighters, including T.J. Dillashaw and Henry Cejudo, who have made significant contributions to the sport and its popularity.