Background
Montague, originally from Chino, California, grew up around the sport of boxing and began competing in high school wrestling at the age of 15.
Montague, originally from Chino, California, grew up around the sport of boxing and began competing in high school wrestling at the age of 15.
As of March 10, 2014, he is ranked the #10 Flyweight in the world by Sherdog, and #15 in official UFC Flyweight rankings. The assistant coach, mixed martial arts fighter Manny Tapia, drew Montague"s interest into Mobile Marketing Association , and Montague soon also began training in Muay Thai and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Early career
Montague started his Mobile Marketing Association career in 2008 and fought mainly for local organizations.
He compiled a professional record of 6–1, losing only once against UFC veteran Robbie Peralta.
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 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. Vale Tudo Japan
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 UFC 166.
He lost his debut fight via knockout in 4:13 of the first round.
Montague was expected to face Will Campuzano on March 15, 2014 at UFC 171. However, Montague pulled out of the bout citing an injury and was replaced by Justin Scoggins. Montague faced Kyoji Horiguchi on May 10, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 40.
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. Mixed martial arts
Tachi Palace Fights
Tachi Palace Fights Flyweight Championship (One time)
Gladiator Challenge
Gladiator Challenge Flyweight Title (One time)
Sherdog
2010 All-Violence 2nd Team.