Hector Sandoval

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Hector Sandoval
Born (1986-07-19) July 19, 1986 (age 37)
Uruapan, Michoacán, Mexico
Other namesKid Alex
Residence Sacramento, California
NationalityMexican and American
Height5 ft 2 in (1.57 m)
Weight125 lb (57 kg; 8.9 st)
Division Flyweight
Reach64 in (163 cm) [1]
Fighting out of Sacramento, California
Team Team Alpha Male
Years active2008–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total19
Wins15
By knockout4
By submission2
By decision9
Losses4
By knockout2
By submission2
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog

Hector Sandoval (born July 19, 1986) is Mexican mixed martial artist, who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He currently competes in the flyweight division. At 5 ft 2 in (1.57 m), he is the shortest male fighter in the history of the UFC.

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Background

Born in Uruapan, Michoacán, Mexico, Sandoval moved to San Jose, California, as a child. He began training in mixed martial arts in 2006 at the age of 19.[ citation needed ]

Mixed martial arts career

Sandoval made his professional debut in July 2008. He compiled a record of 12–2 on the regional scene in California, including stints for Palace Fighting Championship and Tachi Palace Fights, before signing with the UFC on the heels of a four fight winning streak in June 2016. [2]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Morales made his promotional debut as a short notice replacement against Wilson Reis on July 30, 2016, at UFC 201. [3] He lost the fight via submission in the first round. [4]

Sandoval faced Fredy Serrano on December 17, 2016, at UFC on Fox 22. [5] He won the fight via unanimous decision. [6]

Sandoval faced Matt Schnell on April 22, 2017, at UFC Fight Night 108. [7] He won via knockout in the first round. [8]

Sandoval faced Dustin Ortiz on August 5, 2017, at UFC Fight Night 114. [9] He lost the fight via knockout in the first round. [10]

Sandoval was scheduled to face Jarred Brooks on June 1, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 131. [11] However, Sandoval was removed from the bout on May 22 for undisclosed reasons and replaced by promotional newcomer Jose Torres. [12]

It was reported in November 2018 that Sandoval was released from UFC. [13]

Post-UFC career

After being released from the UFC, Sandoval next faced Jorge Calvo Martin at Combate 37 on May 10, 2019. Sandoval won the fight via unanimous decision. [14]

Sandoval was expected to face John Moraga at ARES 2 on April 3, 2020. [15] However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was postponed until October 30, 2020. [16]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts record

Professional record breakdown
19 matches15 wins4 losses
By knockout42
By submission22
By decision90
Res.RecordOpponentMethodEventDateRoundTimeLocationNotes
Win15–4Jorge Calvo MartinDecision (unanimous)Combate 36: Sanchez vs. VelascoMay 10, 201935:00 Stockton, California, United States
Loss14–4 Dustin Ortiz KO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Pettis vs. Moreno August 5, 201710:15 Mexico City, Mexico
Win14–3 Matt Schnell KO (punches) UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Lobov April 22, 201714:24 Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Win13–3 Fredy Serrano Decision (unanimous) UFC on Fox: VanZant vs. Waterson December 17, 201635:00 Sacramento, California, United States
Loss12–3 Wilson Reis Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC 201 July 30, 201611:49 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Win12–2Eloy GarzaTKO (punches)Global Knockout 6March 26, 201613:19 Jackson, California, United StatesWon the Global Knockout Flyweight Championship.
Win11–2Martin SandovalDecision (unanimous) TPF 26: Brawl in the Hall February 18, 201635:00 Lemoore, California, United States
Win10–2Derrick EasterlingDecision (unanimous)Conquer Fighting ChampionshipsNovember 21, 201535:00 Richmond, California, United States
Win9–2Oscar RamirezTKO (punches)West Coast FC 13February 28, 201520:41 Sacramento, California, United StatesWon the West Coast FC Flyweight Championship.
Loss8–2 Willie Gates TKO (punches) TPF 21: All or Nothing November 6, 201411:23 Lemoore, California, United StatesLost the TPF Bantamweight Championship.
Win8–1Ryan HollisDecision (unanimous) TPF 20: Night of Champions August 7, 201455:00 Lemoore, California, United StatesWon the vacant TPF Flyweight Championship.
Win7–1Benjamin VinsonDecision (unanimous) TPF 18: Martinez vs. Culley February 6, 201435:00 Lemoore, California, United States
Win6–1Robert ScheppsDecision (unanimous)Rogue Fights 22April 13, 201335:00 Redding, California, United States
Win5–1Andrew VallarerezSubmission (guillotine choke)Dragon House 13February 2, 201310:50 Oakland, California, United States
Win4–1Taylor McCorristonDecision (unanimous)Impact MMA - RecognitionDecember 10, 201135:00 Pleasanton, California, United States
Win3–1Bobby EscalanteTKO (punches)UPC Unlimited 6September 10, 201112:53 Turlock, California, United States
Win2–1Jordan FelixSubmission (armbar)Gladiator Challenge - WarpathMay 21, 201121:04 Placerville, California, United States
Win1–1Ronald CarilloDecision (unanimous)CCFC - El ReventonApril 24, 201035:00 Santa Rosa, California, United States
Loss0–1 Ulysses Gomez Submission (armbar) PFC 9: The Return July 18, 200810:51 Lemoore, California, United States

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