Hunter Dean Azure (born March 2, 1992)[4] is an American professional mixed martial artist who competed in the bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
On July 9, 2019, he faced fellow undefeated prospect Chris Ocon, defeating him via unanimous decision and in the process gaining a UFC contract.
[7] Azure made his promotional debut against The Ultimate Fighter 27 Featherweight Tournament winner Brad Katona on September 14, 2019, at UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs.
[20] Azure faced Ben Hollier at Fusion Fight League: Boise on October 15, 2022, winning the bout via unanimous decision.
[21] Azure next faced Amun Cosme at United Fight League 4 for the vacant UFL Bantamweight title on April 17, 2024.
[22] Azure would make his first defence of the UFL Bantamweight title against fellow UFC veteran Vince Morales at United Fight League 5 on August 30, 2024.
He is a native American, being an enrolled member of the Assiniboine and Sioux people on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation.