American mixed martial artist Brian Ortega was born on February 21, 1991. He currently fights in the Ultimate Fighting Championship's featherweight category (UFC). Ortega has been a professional since 2010, and he has competed in the RFA, where he held the featherweight championship. He is currently ranked No. 4 among featherweights in the UFC as of February 2024.
In his most recent outing to the octagon, Ortega faced Yair Rodgriguez. In the third round of the fight, Ortega was successful in submitting Yair Rodriguez via an arm-triangle choke and was declared the winner
Brian Ortega Next Fight - Opponent, Date, Location
Brian Ortega's next fight is yet to be announced by the UFC. After his victory over Yair Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night 237 on February 24, 2024, Ortega was asked if he would like to face the newly crowned featherweight champion Ilia Topuria for his next fight, to which he answered that he would have a discussion with the UFC brass before calling out anyone.
Brian Ortega Record
Brian Ortega has a professional mixed martial arts record of 16 wins, 3 losses, and 1 no-contest as of February 2024.
| 20 matches | 16 wins | 3 losses |
| By knockout | 3 | 2 |
| By submission | 8 | 0 |
| By decision | 5 | 1 |
| No contests | 1 | |
Brian Ortega Last Fight
Brian Ortega's last fight was against Yair 'El Panthera' Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval on February 24, 2024. After a 19-month hiatus due to shoulder surgery, Brian Ortega faced a rocky start in his rematch against Yair Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night in Mexico City. Despite a compromised ankle and a tough first round, Ortega showcased his grappling skills, staging a remarkable comeback. He secured a dramatic third-round submission victory, bouncing back from adversity and potentially positioning himself for another shot at the featherweight title. Ortega's relentless pace and ground game proved too much for Rodriguez, who suffered his second consecutive defeat.
*Last Updated on February 25, 2024
FAQs of Brian Ortega Next Fight
Q. What is the professional MMA record of Brian Ortega?
A. He has a professional MMA record of 16 wins, 3 losses, and 1 no-contest.
A. He has a professional MMA record of 16 wins, 3 losses, and 1 no-contest.
Q. Who is Brian Ortega's upcoming opponent?
A. Ortega's next opponent is not yet announced by the UFC.
A. Ortega's next opponent is not yet announced by the UFC.
Q. What is the professional MMA record of Yair Rodriguez?
A. He has a professional MMA record of 19 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no-contest.
A. He has a professional MMA record of 19 wins, 5 losses, and 1 no-contest.
Q. What is the ranking of Brian Ortega?
A. Brian Ortega is ranked as No. 4 in UFC featherweight rankings.
A. Brian Ortega is ranked as No. 4 in UFC featherweight rankings.
Q. What is the ranking of Yair Rodriguez?
A. He is ranked No. 2 in the featherweight divission of the UFC.
A. He is ranked No. 2 in the featherweight divission of the UFC.
