Darrell Montague (born November 3, 1987) is an American mixed martial artist who formerly competed in the flyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
| Darrell Montague | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 3, 1987 Chino, California, United States |
| Other names | The Mongoose |
| Height | 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)[1] |
| Weight | 125 lb (57 kg; 8.9 st) |
| Division | Flyweight (125 lb) Bantamweight (135 lb) |
| Reach | 67.0 in (170 cm)[2] |
| Fighting out of | Chino, California, United States |
| Team | Millennia MMA Gym |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Mixed martial arts record | |
| Total | 18 |
| Wins | 13 |
| By knockout | 5 |
| By submission | 5 |
| By decision | 3 |
| Losses | 5 |
| By knockout | 3 |
| By submission | 1 |
| By decision | 1 |
| Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog | |
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
- Tachi Palace Fights
- Tachi Palace Fights Flyweight Championship (One time)
- Gladiator Challenge
- Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Title (One time)
- Sherdog
- 2010 All-Violence 2nd Team[16]
- Bas Rutten Awards
- 2009 Bloodbath of the Year Runner-up
Mixed martial arts record
| 18 matches | 13 wins | 5 losses |
| By knockout | 5 | 3 |
| By submission | 5 | 1 |
| By decision | 3 | 1 |
| Res. | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 13–5 | Willie Gates | TKO (knees to the body and elbows) | The Ultimate Fighter: American Top Team vs. Blackzilians Finale | July 12, 2015 | 1 | 1:36 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States | |
| Loss | 13–4 | Kyoji Horiguchi | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Silva | May 10, 2014 | 3 | 5:00 | Cincinnati, Ohio, United States | |
| Loss | 13–3 | John Dodson | KO (punch) | UFC 166 | October 19, 2013 | 1 | 4:13 | Houston, Texas, United States | |
| Win | 13–2 | Jesse Miramontes | Submission (triangle choke) | Submission Championship MMA 2 | May 18, 2013 | 1 | 2:22 | Ontario, California, United States | |
| Win | 12–2 | Mamoru Yamaguchi | Decision (split) | Vale Tudo Japan 1st | December 24, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | Tokyo, Japan | |
| Win | 11–2 | Taylor McCorriston | TKO (punches) | Tachi Palace Fights 13 | May 10, 2012 | 1 | 2:46 | Lemoore, California, United States | |
| Win | 10–2 | Kenny McClairn | Submission (armbar) | Gladiator Challenge: Star Wars | April 29, 2012 | 2 | 2:41 | San Jacinto, California, United States | |
| Loss | 9–2 | Ian McCall | Submission (rear-naked choke) | TPF 10: Let The Chips Fall | August 5, 2011 | 3 | 2:15 | Lemoore, California, United States | Lost the TPF Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 9–1 | Ulysses Gomez | Decision (unanimous) | TPF 8: All or Nothing | February 18, 2011 | 5 | 5:00 | Lemoore, California, United States | Won the TPF Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 8–1 | Luis Gonzalez | KO (punches) | TPF 6: High Stakes | September 9, 2010 | 1 | 4:42 | Lemoore, California, United States | |
| Win | 7–1 | Jeremy Bolt | TKO (body kick) | TPF 4: Cinco de Mayhem | May 5, 2010 | 3 | 2:21 | Lemoore, California, United States | |
| Win | 6–1 | Chino Nicolas | Decision (unanimous) | Gladiator Challenge: Vision Quest | February 21, 2010 | 3 | 3:00 | San Jacinto, California, United States | Won the Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Championship. |
| Win | 5–1 | Joey Bedolla | Submission (rear-naked choke) | LBFN 6: Long Beach Fight Night 6 | October 18, 2009 | 1 | 2:41 | Long Beach, California, United States | |
| Win | 4–1 | Maurice Eazel | KO (punches) | LBFN 4: Long Beach Fight Night 4 | April 19, 2009 | 3 | 0:36 | Long Beach, California, United States | |
| Loss | 3–1 | Robbie Peralta | TKO (punches) | Gladiator Challenge: Warriors | February 4, 2009 | 3 | 2:55 | Pauma Valley, California, United States | |
| Win | 3–0 | Scott Brommage | Submission (rear-naked choke) | LBFN 3: Long Beach Fight Night 3 | January 4, 2009 | 3 | 2:36 | Long Beach, California, United States | |
| Win | 2–0 | Ernie Davila | Submission (rear-naked choke) | KOW: Knights of War | September 20, 2008 | 2 | N/A | Ensenada, Mexico | |
| Win | 1–0 | Dillion Croushorn | KO (spinning back fist) | GC 79: Genuine Beatdown | June 20, 2008 | 2 | 3:40 | San Bernardino, California, United States |
