Career Timeline of Brandon Royval: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Brandon Royval made an impact.

Brandon Royval is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC's Flyweight division. He has been a professional fighter since 2012. Royval previously competed in Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA), where he held the Flyweight Championship. As of February 2024, he is ranked #1 in the UFC flyweight rankings, highlighting his success and prominence in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Professional Career Start

In 2012, Brandon Royval began his professional MMA career, compiling an 8-3 record.

2012: Start of Professional Career

In 2012, Brandon Royval began his professional mixed martial arts career.

May 3, 2019: Victory at LFA 65

On May 3, 2019, Brandon Royval faced Joby Sanchez at LFA 65 and won via submission with an armbar in the first round.

November 22, 2019: LFA Flyweight Title Win

On November 22, 2019, Brandon Royval won the LFA Flyweight title against Nate Williams via a first-round armbar after Jared Scoggins pulled out of the fight.

May 30, 2020: UFC Debut Win

On May 30, 2020, Brandon Royval made his UFC debut at UFC on ESPN: Woodley vs. Burns against Tim Elliott, winning by submission in the second round and earning a Fight of the Night award.

September 27, 2020: UFC 253 Victory

On September 27, 2020, at UFC 253, Brandon Royval faced Kai Kara-France and won via submission in the second round, earning a Fight of the Night award.

November 21, 2020: Loss at UFC 255

On November 21, 2020, Brandon Royval replaced Alex Perez and fought Brandon Moreno at UFC 255, losing the fight via technical knockout in the first round.

August 21, 2021: Loss to Alexandre Pantoja

On August 21, 2021, Brandon Royval faced Alexandre Pantoja at UFC on ESPN 29, losing the fight via rear-naked choke in round two.

January 15, 2022: Victory over Rogério Bontorin

On January 15, 2022, Brandon Royval faced Rogério Bontorin at UFC on ESPN 32, winning the fight via split decision.

May 7, 2022: UFC 274 Win and Fight of the Night

On May 7, 2022, Brandon Royval faced Matt Schnell at UFC 274, winning via a guillotine choke submission in the first round and earning the Fight of the Night bonus award.

October 15, 2022: Fight Cancellation

On October 15, 2022, Brandon Royval's scheduled fight against Askar Askarov at UFC Fight Night 212 was cancelled the day before the event due to weight management issues.

December 17, 2022: Fight Withdrawal

On December 17, 2022, Brandon Royval was set to face Amir Albazi at UFC Fight Night 216, but Royval pulled out of the bout in late November due to a broken wrist.

April 15, 2023: Victory at UFC on ESPN 44

On April 15, 2023, Brandon Royval faced Matheus Nicolau at UFC on ESPN 44, winning the fight via knockout in the first round and earning the Performance of the Night award.

December 16, 2023: UFC Flyweight Championship Loss

On December 16, 2023, Brandon Royval had a rematch with Alexandre Pantoja for the UFC Flyweight Championship title at UFC 296, losing the fight via unanimous decision.

February 24, 2024: Victory over Brandon Moreno

On February 24, 2024, Brandon Royval faced Brandon Moreno in a rematch at UFC Fight Night 237, replacing Amir Albazi, and won the fight via split decision.

February 27, 2024: UFC Flyweight Ranking

As of February 27, 2024, Brandon Royval is ranked #1 in the UFC flyweight rankings.

October 12, 2024: Victory over Tatsuro Taira

On October 12, 2024, Brandon Royval faced Tatsuro Taira in the main event at UFC Fight Night 244, winning the fight by split decision and earning a Fight of the Night award.

March 1, 2025: Fight Withdrawal due to Concussions

On March 1, 2025, Brandon Royval was scheduled to face Manel Kape at UFC Fight Night 253, but Royval pulled out of the fight due to multiple concussions.

June 28, 2025: Rescheduled Fight at UFC 317

On June 28, 2025, a bout between Brandon Royval and Manel Kape, previously scheduled for March 1, 2025, was rescheduled to take place at UFC 317. However, Kape pulled out for undisclosed reasons and will be replaced by Joshua Van.