Darrell Montague

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Darrell Montague
Born (1987-11-03) November 3, 1987 (age 37)
Chino, California, U.S.
Other namesThe Mongoose
Height5 ft 6 in (1.68 m) [1]
Weight125 lb (57 kg; 8.9 st)
Division Flyweight (125 lb)
Bantamweight (135 lb)
Reach67.0 in (170 cm) [2]
Fighting out of Chino, California, United States
Team Millennia MMA Gym
Years active2008–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total18
Wins13
By knockout5
By submission5
By decision3
Losses5
By knockout3
By submission1
By decision1
Other information
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Darrell Montague (born November 3, 1987) is an American mixed martial artist who formerly competed in the flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

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Background

Montague, originally from Chino, California, grew up around the sport of boxing and began competing in high school wrestling at the age of 15. [3] The assistant coach, mixed martial arts fighter Manny Tapia, drew Montague's interest into MMA, and Montague soon also began training in Muay Thai and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. [4]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Montague started his MMA career in 2008 and fought mainly for local organizations. He compiled a professional record of 6–1, losing only once against UFC veteran Robbie Peralta.

Tachi Palace Fights

After winning two bouts, Montague faced Ulysses Gomez on February 18, 2011 at Tachi Palace Fights 8 for the flyweight title. He won via unanimous decision and became the TPF flyweight title holder. [5]

He lost his title on August 5, 2011 at Tachi Palace Fights 10 against Ian McCall via third round submission. [6]

Montague faced Taylor McCorriston on May 10, 2012 at Tachi Palace Fights 13. He won via TKO in the first round. [7]

Vale Tudo Japan

Montague faced the former Shooto featherweight and bantamweight champion Mamoru Yamaguchi on December 24, 2012 at Vale Tudo Japan 2012. Montague won via split decision (28-29, 29-28, 30-27). [8]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

In August 2013, it was announced that Montague had finally signed with the UFC. [9] He made his promotional debut against John Dodson on October 19, 2013 at UFC 166. He lost his debut fight via knockout in 4:13 of the first round. [10]

Montague was expected to face Will Campuzano on March 15, 2014 at UFC 171. [11] However, Montague pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Justin Scoggins. [12]

Montague faced Kyoji Horiguchi on May 10, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 40. [13] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Montague faced Willie Gates on July 21, 2015 at The Ultimate Fighter 21 Finale. [14] He lost the fight via TKO in the first round. [15] Following three consecutive losses, Montague was released from the promotion.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
18 matches13 wins5 losses
By knockout53
By submission51
By decision31
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Loss13–5 Willie Gates TKO (knees to the body and elbows) The Ultimate Fighter: American Top Team vs. Blackzilians Finale July 12, 201511:36 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss13–4 Kyoji Horiguchi Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Silva May 10, 201435:00 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Loss13–3 John Dodson KO (punch) UFC 166 October 19, 201314:13 Houston, Texas, United States
Win13–2Jesse MiramontesSubmission (triangle choke)Submission Championship MMA 2May 18, 201312:22 Ontario, California, United States
Win12–2 Mamoru Yamaguchi Decision (split) Vale Tudo Japan 1st December 24, 201235:00 Tokyo, Japan
Win11–2Taylor McCorristonTKO (punches) Tachi Palace Fights 13 May 10, 201212:46 Lemoore, California, United States
Win10–2Kenny McClairnSubmission (armbar)Gladiator Challenge: Star WarsApril 29, 201222:41 San Jacinto, California, United States
Loss9–2 Ian McCall Submission (rear-naked choke) TPF 10: Let The Chips Fall August 5, 201132:15 Lemoore, California, United StatesLost the TPF Flyweight Championship.
Win9–1 Ulysses Gomez Decision (unanimous) TPF 8: All or Nothing February 18, 201155:00 Lemoore, California, United StatesWon the TPF Flyweight Championship.
Win8–1Luis GonzalezKO (punches) TPF 6: High Stakes September 9, 201014:42 Lemoore, California, United States
Win7–1Jeremy BoltTKO (body kick) TPF 4: Cinco de Mayhem May 5, 201032:21 Lemoore, California, United States
Win6–1Chino NicolasDecision (unanimous)Gladiator Challenge: Vision QuestFebruary 21, 201033:00 San Jacinto, California, United StatesWon the Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Championship.
Win5–1Joey BedollaSubmission (rear-naked choke)LBFN 6: Long Beach Fight Night 6October 18, 200912:41 Long Beach, California, United States
Win4–1Maurice EazelKO (punches)LBFN 4: Long Beach Fight Night 4April 19, 200930:36 Long Beach, California, United States
Loss3–1 Robbie Peralta TKO (punches)Gladiator Challenge: WarriorsFebruary 4, 200932:55 Pauma Valley, California, United States
Win3–0Scott BrommageSubmission (rear-naked choke)LBFN 3: Long Beach Fight Night 3January 4, 200932:36 Long Beach, California, United States
Win2–0Ernie DavilaSubmission (rear-naked choke)KOW: Knights of WarSeptember 20, 20082N/A Ensenada, Mexico
Win1–0Dillion CroushornKO (spinning back fist)GC 79: Genuine BeatdownJune 20, 200823:40 San Bernardino, California, United States

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