The WEC Bantamweight Champion is the titleholder in the bantamweight division of the World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) organization. This division typically features fighters weighing up to 135 pounds. The champion is determined through a series of matches, culminating in a title fight where the best fighters compete for the championship belt. The WEC was known for promoting exciting mixed martial arts (MMA) events before it merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in 2010. The bantamweight division has produced many notable fighters, including champions like Dominick Cruz and Urijah Faber, who have significantly impacted the sport.