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Measuring force would be extremely difficult to do accurately, especially if the fighter has an incentive to downplay how strong they are.
Height isn’t a big deal. You can be 6ft and skinny, with no muscle, or 5ft and a pro bodybuilder.
Weight is the “best” way to categorise for fights or strength competitions. It’s still not perfect, but is probably the best we have.
It’s also worth noting that athletes have some control over their weight. They can choose to go up or down a weight class, which requires a lot of training and effort. They can’t choose to change their height.
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