Mexico MMA becoming one of the newest hotbeds for discovering future champions. Brandon Moreno, Alexa Grasso are two Mexico born UFC Champions. Mexico may have two more champions in Irene Aldanda (UFC 289) and Yair Rodriguez (UFC 290). Showing where in golden age of Mexico MMA as there will be several more Mexican Champions.
1.Nayib Lopez
Pound for Pound #1 Mexican prospect is competing in the PFL Welterweight tournament this year, currently 1-0 with PFL by defeating Shane Mitchell and upcoming PFL 6 fight against Magomed Umalatov.
Nayib Lopez MMA Career- Contracted fighter for PFL, formerly fought for Lux Fight League, Budo Sento Championship and JFL. Former Lux Fight League Middleweight Champion. Standout wins against Ivan Valenzuela & Shane Mitchell.
Skills- clinch grappling to single leg takedowns. making fights gritty and slow, top pressure wrestling.
2. Luis Rodriguez
One of the best Latin American Bantamweight prospects right now because of his five fight winning streak fighting for Lux Fight League.
Lost his fight on Dana White Contender Series but no doubt Luis Rodriguez will get second opportunity because he’s continuing to win and only 24 years old.
Skills- Range fighting, controlling pace & distance kickboxing, solid high leg kicks, Decent boxing while pressing forward
3. Victor Madrigal
Second best Mexican Bantamweight prospect is currently Budo Sento Bantamweight Champion, coming off a win against former UFC fighter Jose Quinonez. Earned Sean Shelby’s respect with defeating former UFC fighter.
Madrigal current record of 12-3 fought for Combate and now Budo Sento Championship. 2023/2024 will see Victor Madrigal sign with UFC.
Victor Madrigal skills- Fast feet & movement. Right hand KO power. Resilience mindset. Fast hands. Fast hands continues to improve kickboxing and boxing. Decent jiu-jitsu defense.
4. Allan Ruiz
Number one Mexican Featherweight prospect is the current Budo Sento Featherweight Champion after defeating Freddy Linares( alumnus of contender series) in a strong performance from dealing with adversity but pushed through with beautiful boxing and kickboxing combinations.
Allan Ruiz 8-1 record Budo Sento Featherweight Champion, biggest wins include Freddy Linares, Walter Zamora.
Reminds me of Bellator featherweight Henry Corrales, similar fighting style and skills.
Next few years Allan Ruiz will sign with UFC he’s entertaining fighter to watch with finishers mentality that Dana White loves.
5. Sergio Cossio
Number one Mexican Lightweight is the current Lux Fight League Lightweight Champion after dealing with struggles earlier in his career. Respect Sergio Cossio for not giving up and now he’s one of the best Mexican prospects.
Most experienced fighter on this list 25-8 record currently on seven fight winning streak defeating former Ultimate Fighter competitor Allan Zuniga. Six out of seven wins are by finishes improving gradually with each win.
Sergio Cossio skills/style – Bringing punishment, good job fighting forward accurately hitting the jab to the face, killer mentality, sometimes stick and moves than heavily presses forward throwing several punches. Constantly fighting hard to the final seconds. Cossio isn’t the most athletic guy or most technical guy in the world but mentally strong.
Sergio Cossio found his home at Lux Fight League, becoming Mexico City superstar but if he wants to have bigger pay days definitely should sign with UFC, Bellator, One Championship, PFL or Combate Americas.
Number one Mexican Lightweight definitely will be sweet addition to any Lightweight roster.
6. Francesco Patrón
Mexico’s second best featherweight is only 23 years old one day this kid will be promoted as next UFC Mexico superstar as Patron has all the qualities of a superstar.
Before UFC must win Lux Fight League Featherweight Title only few more wins away from challenging.
Francesco Patron fighting style- kickboxing focuses remaining on feet
Francesco Patron skills- mixing up boxing with low leg kicks really well, pressing forward with accurate punches, fainting few times than throwing three punch combos, fighting inside pocket center of ring counter striking. Escaping from dangerous jiu-jitsu positions to offensive attacks. Taking advantage of his long & lengthy body in the kickboxing department .
Patron definitely needs to grow into his body, lose the body fat and gain some muscle. Trains out of Legacy MMA/ Brazilian Warriors with protege Diego Lopes.
Comparison- Beneil Dariush esque
7.César Vázquez
Number one Mexican flyweight prospect is only 20 years old but goes to show the vast amount of talent Mexico is breeding right now.
Current record of 8-2 last win was against most experienced opponent, showing the kid is moving in the right direction. Future top flyweight matchups can lead to Lux Fight League Title Shot.
Cesar Vasquez fighting style-kickboxer
Cesar Vasquez- raw talent but vast potential is there. Fast flyweight that helps him escape dangerous situations, hitting opponents quickly in close range because of his speed and definitely has fast hands. Boxing probably best skill that needs to improve in the gym.
8. Ramiro Jimenez
Marketed as the “Canelo Alvarez” of MMA, #7th ranked Combate Americas Lightweight is undefeated at 7-0. Four fight first round finishing streak against regional fighters.
24 year old Lightweight definitely has the potential to future Combate Americas Lightweight Champion, Future signee for “Major Promotion”. Appreciate his skills, fighting hard entertaining the fans with his mexican style boxing.
Ramiro Jimenez skills- Best skill and gift is his boxing. Strong accurate & fluid boxer especially for MMA fighter. Gifted with the one punch ko power that will put opponents to sleep. Kickboxing definitely improving from training as he does a great job mixing up with kicks towards the fence. Underrated skill is his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu skills from preventing chokes & offensively strong with rear naked chokes.
Ramiro Jimenez fighting style- Pressuring opponents towards the fence, Mexican style fighting, fighting at fast pace.
9. Alejandro Sanchez
Combate Americas 2021 Lightweight Champion is edging the top ten list because of his regional accomplishments and few strong wins.
13-3 record five fight winning streak including strong win against Team Alpha fighter Anthony Avilia, Luis Gomez (Former Titan FC Featherweight Champion). Both UWC fights was the main event attraction.
29 years old remain in his prime till 34 years old, possibly make a run for UWC Lightweight title in 2023 than capitalize on his fighting potential.
Fighting style- Grinder, reminds me of Darren Elkins & Mike Triziano
Fighting skills- Solid boxer keeping the fight on the feet, good defensively escaping dangerous positions, controlling opponents on the ground with jiu-jitsu or ground and pound. Nasty finishing combos with his fast powerful hands.
10. Ernesto Ibarra
#2 ranked Combate Global flyweight in 2023 will fight for the vacated flyweight title spot against #1 ranked Mikey Reyes or #3 ranked Elias Garcia. Ernesto Ibarra wins the flyweight title he’ll become the next Combate Americas superstar.
22 year old flyweight is one talented MMA fighter with bright future ahead of him.
Watching his fight against Pablo Caballero at Combate Globa 37 see strong dominant performance where Ibarra showed his distance control, fighting smart, boxing was on point.
Ernesto Ibarra fighting style- Shoot Boxing fighting style striking to takedowns
Ernesto Ibarra fighting skills- Controlling range, smooth 1 & 2 jabs, clinch takedowns, clinch defense, mixing easy strikes to takedowns than transitioning to ground & pound, pressure wrestling towards the cage.
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