Montes
OPPONENTAlberto Montes has become one of the most feared names in the division with 12 wins in the Fight Arena ecosystem. They showcase a relentless pace in the Octagon with their fighting style: Striker.
BIO
FIGHTS
STATS
UFC HISTORY & CAREER
IMPORTANT FACTS
Pro Since October 2012
4-fight win streak, last and only loss came in December 2021
Three consecutive second-round submission wins
Has finishes in his last five wins (4 Anaconda Chokes, 1 D’Arce Choke)
One win by KO, seven by submission (4 Anaconda, D’Arce Choke, Kimura, Armbar)
Three first-round finishes
Three fights in a row at featherweight, also competes at bantamweight (Only loss was at bantamweight)
Was supposed to fight Steve Garcia on DWCS Season 3 back in August 2019, but multiple ligament tears prevented him from fighting
Had an almost 4 year-layoff from July 2017 to February 2021
One of five Venezuelan fighters in the UFC (Erik Silva, Piera Rodriguez, Veronica Hardy and Yuneisy Duben)
Q & A
Q: When and why did you start training for fighting?
ANSWER:
Since I’m a kid I trained martial arts. It’s my passion
Q: Any accomplishments in amateur combat sports?
ANSWER:
Muay Thai champ and jiu jitsu champ
Q: What are your current ranks in martial arts?
ANSWER:
Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and black belt in Taekwondo.
Q: What fight do you consider to be the key fight in your career and why?
ANSWER:
My Contender Series fight. I took it on short notice, and that’s the one that made me realize I’m ready for the big leagues.
Q: Who is your favorite fighter and why?
ANSWER:
Conor McGregor, because he evolved the sport and changed the game in many ways.
Q: Do you have any heroes outside of fighting?
ANSWER:
Yes, my favorite singer is Elvis Presley. He showed me that anyone in this world can achieve their dreams.
Q: What was your job before you started fighting?
ANSWER:
Teaching martial arts
Q: Is there a cause that you want to use your platform for?
ANSWER:
Yes, I would love to use my platform to raise awareness about mental health. I lost someone I really loved because of it, and it’s something very personal to me.
Q: Beyond a championship or money, what motivates you?
ANSWER:
My biggest motivation is my family. I want to make them proud.
Q: Origin of nickname:
ANSWER:
I have dedicated my entire life to this sport. I left my country and my family to fulfill this dream. I made a promise to my mom that I would achieve the highest level of this sport and that is where my fighter name, "The Promise," comes from.
Q: Tell us about your life outside of fighting:
ANSWER:
I’m a chill guy who loves sports and adrenaline. I have four pets, three dogs and one cat and I enjoy a lot of different hobbies like soccer and cooking.
STRIKING ANALYSIS
STRIKING ACCURACY60%
STRIKING DEFENSE60%
LANDED/MIN
5.26
STRIKES PER MINUTEABSORBED/MIN
4.44
STRIKES ABSORBED PER MINUTEGRAPPLING & WRESTLING
TAKEDOWN ACCURACY0%
TAKEDOWN DEFENSE77%
TAKEDOWNS/FIGHT
0
15 MIN AVERAGESUBMISSIONS/FIGHT
6.8
15 MIN AVERAGEGENERAL ANALYSIS
UFC RECORD
1 W - 0 L
ACTIVE STREAK
+1 Wins
WIN BREAKDOWN
Knockout (KO)0
Submission1
Decision0
LOSS BREAKDOWN
Knockout (KO)0
Submission0
Decision0
FIGHTING STYLE
Striker
STANCE
Orthodox
UFC DEBUT
Apr. 12, 2025