Michelle Montague
Michelle Montague is a professional mixed martial artist from Matamata, New Zealand, who made history by becoming the first New Zealand woman to sign with the UFC. Known for her impressive grappling skills, she boasts an undefeated professional record of 6-0, with all her victories coming by way of submission. Montague has trained at various gyms, including Core MMA and American Top Team, and has made a name for herself in the MMA scene after being crowned amateur lightweight world champion in 2019. Her recent move to the UFC marks a significant step in her career as she aims to compete at the bantamweight division.
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Michelle Montague becomes the first Kiwi woman to compete under the UFC banner.
Ulberg v Reyes: Live updates from UFC Perth
New Zealand· 2025-09-28
Michelle Montague is a fighter scheduled to compete in the UFC event.
UFC Perth: Brando Peričić on Israel Adesanya influence and rocky road to MMA’s pinnacleNew Zealand· 2025-09-21
Michelle Montague is competing in a bantamweight bout.
UFC Perth: Justin Tafa to welcome Louie Sutherland into UFC as promotion sends message to heavyweightsNew Zealand· 2025-08-30
Michelle Montague is a UFC bantamweight fighter.
UFC Perth: Carlos Ulberg on main event spot against Dominick Reyes in hunt for title shotNew Zealand· 2025-08-09
Michelle Montague is on a journey to become the first Kiwi woman to sign with UFC.
UFC Perth: Michelle Montague on journey to becoming first Kiwi woman to sign with UFCNew Zealand· 2025-08-01
Michelle Montague is on a journey to become the first Kiwi woman to sign with UFC.
UFC Perth: Michelle Montague on journey to becoming first Kiwi woman to sign with UFCNew Zealand· 2025-08-01
Michelle Montague becomes the first New Zealand woman to sign with UFC.
UFC: Michelle Montague becomes first New Zealand woman to sign with promotionNew Zealand· 2025-07-23
