Brian Ortega

Brian Ortega

Brian Martin Ortega is a Mexican-American professional mixed martial artist. He currently fights in the Featherweight division for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. OrteGA began his career competing for regional promotions exclusively in Southern California. He won his first pro-MMA championship against Carlos Garces in a five-round bout via unanimous decision.

About Brian Ortega in brief

Summary Brian OrtegaBrian Martin Ortega is a Mexican-American professional mixed martial artist. He currently fights in the Featherweight division for the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As of July 30, 2020, he is #2 in the UFC featherweight rankings. He was born in Los Angeles, California; he is of Mexican descent and possesses dual nationality, as both his parents are from Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. Brian started learning martial arts when he was 5 years old at Al Martinez Muay Thai Kickboxing in Wilmington, CA. When he turned 13, he began training Brazilian jiu-jitsu at the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy under Rorion Gracie, and his sons Ryron, Rener, and Ralek Gracie in Torrance, California.

OrteGA began his career competing for regional promotions exclusively in Southern California. He won his first pro-MMA championship against Carlos Garces in a five-round bout via unanimous decision, becoming the Respect In The Cage featherweight champion. He compiled an undefeated record of 8-0 before signing with the UFC in April 2014.