The junior lightweight division—also widely known as super featherweight—is a professional boxing weight class that sits between the featherweight and lightweight divisions.
⚖️ Weight Limit
The weight limit for the junior lightweight division is exactly 130 pounds (58.97 kg).
To compete in this class, a boxer must weigh more than the featherweight limit (126 lbs) but no more than 130 lbs.
🏅 Governing Bodies & Naming
Depending on the boxing organization, the division goes by two different official names. However, they refer to the exact same weight class:
Junior Lightweight: Used primarily by the International Boxing Federation (IBF) and the World Boxing Organization (WBO).
Super Featherweight: Used primarily by the World Boxing Council (WBC) and the World Boxing Association (WBA).
🥊 Historical Context & Legend
The division was first recognized in the 1920s but achieved permanent, widespread status in 1959. It has historically served as a crucial stepping stone for lighter fighters moving up to chase multi-division championships.