Brandon Moreno
Awards & Honours
9
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
3
Covers
2
Records
Brandon Moreno's greatest achievement is becoming the first Mexican-born UFC champion, a feat that elevated MMA's profile across Mexico. His four-fight series with Deiveson Figueiredo is considered one of the greatest rivalries in UFC history. He has been awarded four Fight of the Night bonuses, reflecting his exciting fighting style. In 2021, he was named International Fighter of the Year by the World MMA Awards. His resilience in regaining the title after losing it cements his legacy as one of the top flyweights of his era.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Key to the City of Tijuana
Awarded for winning the UFC Flyweight Championship.
Guinness World Record
Most consecutive UFC flyweight title fights (4, shared with Deiveson Figueiredo).
Honorary recognition from Mexican Senate
Recognized for representing Mexico in international sports.
Rankings & Lists
UFC Official Flyweight Rankings
Fight Matrix All-Time Flyweight Rankings
Magazine Covers
ESPN The Magazine
August 2021
The Face of Mexico's MMA Revolution
Mundo Deportivo (Mexico)
July 2021
El Asesino
Men's Health Mexico
March 2022
Brandon Moreno: The Champion's Mindset
Records & Feats
First Mexican-born UFC champion
Moreno became the first fighter born in Mexico to win a UFC title when he defeated Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 263 in 2021.
Most consecutive UFC flyweight title fights (4)
Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo fought four times for the flyweight championship, a record for consecutive title fights in the division.