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Personal Information
| Date of Birth | December 7, 1993 |
| Age | 30 |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Weight | 125 lbs |
| Nickname | The Assassin Baby |
| Championship Held | Former UFC Flyweight Champion |
| Weight Class | Flyweight (125 lbs) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Reach | 70 |
| Career Stats | 21-7-2 |
| Status | Active |
Brandon Moreno: A Brief Biography
Brandon Moreno is a Mexican mixed martial artist who competes in the flyweight division (125 lbs) of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Moreno was born on December 7, 1993, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. He is also a former two-time UFC flyweight champion and is renowned for his fights against Deiveson Figueiredo, widely regarded as one of the best rivalries in the history of the flyweight division.
Currently, Moreno occupies the #1 spot in the UFC flyweight rankings and is gearing up for his next fight against Brandon Royval at UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Royval 2.
Brandon Moreno Personal Information
| Birth Place | Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico |
| Father’s Name | Alfredo Moreno |
| Mother’s Name | Cecilia Carrillo |
| Star Sign | Sagittarius |
| Net Worth (2024) | $1 million |
| Last Fight Earnings | $682,000 |
| Age | 30 |
| Education | N/A |
| MMA Debut | 2011 |
| MMA Record | 21-7-2 |
| Achievements | Former two-time UFC flyweight champion |
| Partner | Shirley Moreno |
| Children | 3 |
| Social Media | Instagram, Twitter |
Brandon Moreno Early Life
Brandon Carrillo Moreno was born on December 7, 1993, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico. When he was 12, Moreno joined a local Entram Gym to lose weight, where he took mixed martial arts classes. Even though he intended to join law college, Moreno solely focused on MMA.
‘The Assassin Baby’ made his professional fight debut in 2011 in Mexico and later became the World Fighting Promotion’s flyweight champion in 2014. Brandon Moreno made his Ultimate Fighter: Tournament of Champions debut in July 2016.
Brandon Moreno Personal Life
Brandon Moreno, the UFC flyweight champion, is not only a formidable fighter but also a passionate collector and podcaster. His love for LEGO sets and Funko Pops is well-known, with a vast collection that includes iconic creations from Marvel, DC, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Star Wars.
Moreno even indulges in LEGO sets as a unique post-fight ritual. Furthermore, he hosts the Spanish-language MMA podcast "Entre Asaltos," where he discusses the sport of MMA with fans and fellow fighters. Outside of his career, Moreno prioritizes his family, sharing a fulfilling life with his wife and 3 daughters. LEGO recognized his affinity for their brand by gifting him a life-size UFC Championship belt made of LEGO bricks.
Brandon Moreno Wife
Brandon Moreno's wife is Shirley Moreno, and the couple has enjoyed marital bliss for more than ten years, exchanging vows in a private and intimate ceremony. The two crossed paths for the first time in 2011, during Moreno's high school years, a period marked by financial difficulties and instability in Moreno's life.
Brandon Moreno Kids
Brandon and Shirley Moreno are proud parents to three daughters: Maddie, Megan, and Morgan. Maddie, their firstborn, arrived in 2014, followed by Megan in 2018, and Morgan in 2021. Information regarding his kids is very limited online, as Moreno prefers to separate his personal and private life from his MMA stardom.
Brandon Moreno Social Media
Brandon Moreno has social media accounts on Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter). Moreno's Instagram page is filled with posts of his training montages, fight promotions, physique updates, and family. He boasts an impressive follower count of over 2.2 million on Instagram and over 69,000 on X.
Brandon Moreno Net Worth
As of 2024, Brandon Moreno's net worth is estimated to be approximately $2 million, primarily stemming from his earnings from fighting and bonuses, as well as income generated from various brand endorsements.
In his fight against Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 290, Moreno received a base salary of $300,000. Even though he ended up in the losing side, Moreno also got an additional $42,000 worth of sponsorships.
Brandon Moreno Endorsements
Brandon Moreno MMA Record
Brandon Moreno holds a professional MMA record of 21 wins, 7 losses, and 2 draws (21-3-2). His victories include 5 knockouts, 11 submissions, and 5 decisions. Moreno's only losses in the UFC are against Deiveson Figueiredo, Sergio Pettis and Alexandre Pantoja.
| Result | Record | Opponent | Method | Event | Date | Round | Time | Location |
| Loss | 21–7–2 | Alexandre Pantoja | Decision (split) | UFC 290 | July 8, 2023 | 5 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Win | 21–6–2 | Deiveson Figueiredo | TKO (doctor stoppage) | UFC 283 | January 22, 2023 | 3 | 5:00 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Win | 20–6–2 | Kai Kara-France | TKO (body kick and punches) | UFC 277 | July 30, 2022 | 3 | 4:34 | Dallas, Texas, United States |
| Loss | 19–6–2 | Deiveson Figueiredo | Decision (unanimous) | UFC 270 | January 22, 2022 | 5 | 5:00 | Anaheim, California, United States |
| Win | 19–5–2 | Deiveson Figueiredo | Submission (rear-naked choke) | UFC 263 | June 12, 2021 | 3 | 2:26 | Glendale, Arizona, United States |
| Draw | 18–5–2 | Deiveson Figueiredo | Draw (majority) | UFC 256 | December 12, 2020 | 5 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Win | 18–5–1 | Brandon Royval | TKO (punches) | UFC 255 | November 21, 2020 | 1 | 4:59 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Win | 17–5–1 | Jussier Formiga | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Lee vs. Oliveira | March 14, 2020 | 3 | 5:00 | Brasília, Brazil |
| Win | 16–5–1 | Kai Kara-France | Decision (unanimous) | UFC 245 | December 14, 2019 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Draw | 15–5–1 | Askar Askarov | Draw (split) | UFC Fight Night: Rodríguez vs. Stephens | September 21, 2019 | 3 | 5:00 | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Win | 15–5 | Maikel Pérez | TKO (punches) | LFA 69 | June 7, 2019 | 4 | 1:54 | Cabazon, California, United States |
| Loss | 14–5 | Alexandre Pantoja | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Maia vs. Usman | May 19, 2018 | 3 | 5:00 | Santiago, Chile |
| Loss | 14–4 | Sergio Pettis | Decision (unanimous) | UFC Fight Night: Pettis vs. Moreno | August 5, 2017 | 5 | 5:00 | Mexico City, Mexico |
| Win | 14–3 | Dustin Ortiz | Technical Submission (rear-naked choke) | UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Lobov | April 22, 2017 | 2 | 4:06 | Nashville, Tennessee, United States |
| Win | 13–3 | Ryan Benoit | Decision (split) | The Ultimate Fighter: Tournament of Champions Finale | December 3, 2016 | 3 | 5:00 | Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
| Win | 12–3 | Louis Smolka | Submission (guillotine choke) | UFC Fight Night: Lineker vs. Dodson | October 1, 2016 | 1 | 2:23 | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Win | 11–3 | Isaac Camarillo | Submission (rear-naked choke) | World Fighting Federation 27 | April 16, 2016 | 1 | 1:53 | Tucson, Arizona, United States |
| Win | 10–3 | Tyler Bialeck | Submission (rear-naked choke) | World Fighting Federation 22 | July 25, 2015 | 1 | 3:09 | Tucson, Arizona, United States |
| Win | 9–3 | Matt Betzold | Decision (unanimous) | World Fighting Federation 18 | February 7, 2015 | 3 | 5:00 | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Win | 8–3 | C.J. Soliven | Submission (rear-naked choke) | World Fighting Federation 16 | September 20, 2014 | 1 | 0:58 | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Win | 7–3 | Alex Contreras | Submission (triangle choke) | World Fighting Federation 14 | June 28, 2014 | 3 | 1:04 | Chandler, Arizona, United States |
| Win | 6–3 | Paul Amaro | Submission (rear-naked choke) | MEZ Sports: Pandemonium 9 | July 26, 2013 | 2 | 3:01 | Mission Viejo, California, United States |
| Win | 5–3 | Jason Carbajal | TKO (punches) | MEZ Sports: Pandemonium 8 | March 23, 2013 | 3 | 1:52 | Pomona, California, United States |
| Win | 4–3 | Jesse Cruz | Decision (split) | Xplode Fight Series: Anarchy | September 22, 2012 | 3 | 3:00 | Valley Center, California, United States |
| Loss | 3–3 | Brenson Hansen | Decision (unanimous) | CITC 11: Xtreme Couture vs. Southern California | July 28, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | Biloxi, Mississippi, United States |
| Win | 3–2 | Jonathan Carter | Submission (armbar) | Xplode Fight Series: Hunted | May 19, 2012 | 1 | 1:15 | Valley Center, California, United States |
| Loss | 2–2 | Ron Scolesdang | Decision (unanimous) | MEZ Sports: Pandemonium 6 | March 3, 2012 | 3 | 5:00 | Riverside, California, United States |
| Win | 2–1 | Luis Garcia | Submission (armbar) | UWC Mexico: New Blood 1 | January 29, 2012 | 1 | 2:21 | Tijuana, Mexico |
| Loss | 1–1 | Marco Beristain | Decision (unanimous) | UWC Mexico 10: To The Edge | June 25, 2011 | 3 | 5:00 | Tijuana, Mexico |
| Win | 1–0 | Atiq Jihad | Submission (armbar) | UWC Mexico 9.5: Iguana | April 30, 2011 | 1 | 2:30 | Tijuana, Mexico |
Brandon Moreno Most Popular Fights
Figueiredo vs. Moreno 2
Figueiredo vs. Moreno 2 at UFC 263 on June 12, 2021, was Moreno’s second shot at the title. He successfully submitted Figueiredo in the third round and became the UFC flyweight champion.
Moreno vs. Royval 1
Last updated on February 22, 2024.
FAQs on Brandon Moreno
A. Brandon Moreno has a record of 21 wins, 7 losses, and 2 draws (21-7-2).
A. Brandon Moreno’s next fight is against Brandon Royval on February 24, 2024.
A. Brandon Moreno has only lost to Alexandre Pantoja, Deiveson Figueiredo, and Sergio Pettis in the UFC.
A. Brandon Moreno is a former two-time UFC flyweight Champion (125 lbs).
A. Brandon Moreno has only 11 submission victories in MMA.
