Darrell Montague

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

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. 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.

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.

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

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

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).

Ultimate Fighting Championship In August 2013, it was announced that Montague had finally signed with the UFC. 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.

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

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

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

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts Tachi Palace Fights Tachi Palace Fights Flyweight Championship (One time) Gladiator Challenge Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Title (One time) Sherdog 2010 All-Violence 2nd Team Bas Rutten Awards 2009 Bloodbath of the Year Runner-up

Mixed martial arts record Loss

Willie Gates TKO (knees to the body and elbows) The Ultimate Fighter: American Top Team vs. Blackzilians Finale

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Loss

Kyoji Horiguchi Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Silva

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Loss

John Dodson KO (punch) UFC 166

Houston, Texas, United States Win

Jesse Miramontes Submission (triangle choke) Submission Championship MMA 2

Ontario, California, United States Win

Mamoru Yamaguchi Decision (split) Vale Tudo Japan 1st

Tokyo, Japan Win

Taylor McCorriston TKO (punches) Tachi Palace Fights 13

Lemoore, California, United States Win

Kenny McClairn Submission (armbar) Gladiator Challenge: Star Wars

San Jacinto, California, United States Loss

Ian McCall Submission (rear-naked choke) TPF 10: Let The Chips Fall

Lemoore, California, United States Win

Ulysses Gomez Decision (unanimous) TPF 8: All or Nothing

Lemoore, California, United States Win

Luis Gonzalez KO (punches) TPF 6: High Stakes

Lemoore, California, United States Win

Jeremy Bolt TKO (body kick) TPF 4: Cinco de Mayhem

Lemoore, California, United States Win

Chino Nicolas Decision (unanimous) Gladiator Challenge: Vision Quest

San Jacinto, California, United States Win

Joey Bedolla Submission (rear-naked choke) LBFN 6: Long Beach Fight Night 6

Long Beach, California, United States Win

Maurice Eazel KO (punches) LBFN 4: Long Beach Fight Night 4

Long Beach, California, United States Loss

Robbie Peralta TKO (punches) Gladiator Challenge: Warriors

Pauma Valley, California, United States Win

Scott Brommage Submission (rear-naked choke) LBFN 3: Long Beach Fight Night 3

Long Beach, California, United States Win

Ernie Davila Submission (rear-naked choke) KOW: Knights of War

Ensenada, Mexico Win

Dillion Croushorn KO (spinning back fist) GC 79: Genuine Beatdown

San Bernardino, California, United States