Darrell Montague (born November 3, 1987) is an American

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who formerly competed in the

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division of the

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Background

Montague, originally from

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, grew up around the sport of

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and began competing in high school wrestling at the age of 15. The assistant coach,

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fighter

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, drew Montague's interest into

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, and Montague soon also began training in

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and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Montague started his MMA career in 2008 and fought mainly for local organizations. He compiled a professional record of 6–1, losing only once against

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veteran

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Tachi Palace Fights

After winning two bouts, Montague faced Ulysses Gomez on February 18, 2011 at Tachi Palace Fights 8 for the flyweight title. He won via unanimous decision and became the TPF flyweight title holder. He lost his title on August 5, 2011 at Tachi Palace Fights 10 against Ian McCall via third round submission. Montague faced Taylor McCorriston on May 10, 2012 at Tachi Palace Fights 13. He won via TKO in the first round.

Vale Tudo Japan

Montague faced the former

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featherweight and bantamweight champion

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on December 24, 2012 at Vale Tudo Japan 2012. Montague won via split decision (28-29, 29-28, 30-27).

Ultimate Fighting Championship

In August 2013, it was announced that Montague had finally signed with the UFC. He made his promotional debut against John Dodson on October 19, 2013 at

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. He lost his debut fight via knockout in 4:13 of the first round. Montague was expected to face

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on March 15, 2014 at

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. However, Montague pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Justin Scoggins. Montague faced

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on May 10, 2014 at

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. He lost the fight via unanimous decision. Montague faced Willie Gates on July 21, 2015 at The Ultimate Fighter 21 Finale. He lost the fight via TKO in the first round. Following three consecutive losses, Montague was released from the promotion.

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

* Tachi Palace Fights **Tachi Palace Fights Flyweight Championship (One time) *Gladiator Challenge **Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Title (One time) *

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**2010 All-Violence 2nd Team *Bas Rutten Awards **2009 Bloodbath of the Year Runner-up

Mixed martial arts record

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References

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* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Montague, Darrell 1987 births Living people People from Chino, California American male mixed martial artists Flyweight mixed martial artists Mixed martial artists utilizing boxing Mixed martial artists utilizing Muay Thai Mixed martial artists utilizing wrestling Mixed martial artists utilizing Brazilian jiu-jitsu Ultimate Fighting Championship male fighters American practitioners of Brazilian jiu-jitsu American male Muay Thai practitioners