A decade into his UFC career, Brandon Moreno remains determined to add to his legacy as he prepares for a crucial bout against Lone'er Kavanagh. The 32-year-old Tijuana native made history in 2021 as the first Mexican-born UFC champion after submitting Deiveson Figueiredo. Despite approaching the completion of his first decade in the octagon, Moreno still believes he can capture a third championship title.

Moreno's journey has been defined by dramatic ups and downs. After earning a $50,000 performance bonus in his debut that helped him buy his first house, he went on to face six consecutive championship bouts over three years. His 2-2 record since losing the title to Alexandre Pantoja in 2023 puts him at a crossroads, where a victory could restore his contender status.

Currently ranked No. 7 in the flyweight division, Moreno acknowledges the division's depth with champion Joshua Van and rising stars like Tatsuro Taira. Despite his achievements, including two championship victories over Figueiredo, the Mexican fighter considers himself among the top 5 flyweights of all time while feeling young enough to continue his quest for another title.