Vince Morales (born November 12, 1990) is an American mixed martial artist who competed in the Featherweight division most recently for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
[6] Morales attended Boise State University for a spell but dropped out due to family issues.
[5] Morales made his MMA debut at featherweight against Joseph Cleveland on May 15, 2015, at FSF - Front Street Fights 5.
[17] Morales next faced Benito Lopez on July 13, 2019, at UFC Fight Night: de Randamie vs.
[26] Morales, as a replacement for Liudvik Sholinian, was scheduled to face Nathaniel Wood on March 19, 2022, at UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs.
[39] Morales faced Yuki Motoya on December 31, 2023 at Rizin 45, winning the bout via unanimous decision.
[40] Morales faced reigning UFL Bantamweight champion Hunter Azure for his title at United Fight League 5 on August 30, 2024.
[41] He would win the fight via submission in the third round after submitting Azure with a Peruvian necktie thus becoming the new UFL Bantamweight Champion.
[44] Morales is scheduled to face promotional newcomer Elijah Smith on February 15, 2025 at UFC Fight Night 251.