Moreno, Grasso Lead Mexican Fighters at Noche UFC
Brandon Moreno defeated Joseph Morales by split decision, snapping a two-fight losing streak. Alexa Grasso earned a unanimous decision over Manon Fiorot, who was ranked second in the flyweight division. Other Mexican fighters had mixed results, with Regina Tarín and David Martínez also winning.
Moreno's split-decision victory marked his first win since March 2025, following consecutive losses to Tatsuro Taira and Lone'er Kavanagh. The bout took place in the same arena where he submitted Deiveson Figueiredo in 2021 to become the first Mexico-born UFC champion. Grasso's unanimous decision over Fiorot, the division's second-ranked contender, came after she dropped her opponent with a counter right hook in the opening round. Martínez extended his winning streak to eleven with a dominant performance against Dan Ige, who moved down from featherweight. Tarín, at 21, improved to 9-0 in her second UFC appearance, while Chairez and Delgado suffered losses.
This event could strengthen MMA's growing foothold in Mexico, where the sport has expanded significantly in recent years. Grasso's victory may position her for another title shot, potentially inspiring young Mexican athletes to pursue combat sports. Moreno's rebound could restore fan interest in his career trajectory. The mixed results for Mexican fighters demonstrate the competitive depth of the country's MMA scene, which may encourage further investment in training infrastructure and grassroots development across the region.