Mexican flyweight prospect Jose Sandoval previews US debut at LFA 203, targets UFC

A Mexican champion fights on American soil for the very first time in his career.

Enter "El Ronin" Jose Sandoval, a 23-year-old prospect from Guadalajara, Mexico with dreams of becoming the UFC flyweight champion someday. Working his way up on the regional scene, Sandoval won the XFM title in his last fight and is now set to make his LFA debut tonight in Las Vegas.

Sandoval On Fighting For LFA

The LFA has seen many up-and-comers turn into full-fledged UFC fighters, including UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Alex Pereira after his debut. For Sandoval, fighting for the top promotion is a dream in itself.

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“LFA has a really good level of talent," Sandoval told MMA Knockout ahead of his upcoming fight against Aupuni Pagao. "Fighting for LFA was one of my first goals when I started as a pro. One of my first dreams."

UFC Ambitions

Sandoval has been on this MMA journey since he was 18 years old and trains out of Delta Martial Arts in Guadalajara. He described his fighting style as 'versatile' with four submissions to his credit and a stand-up game that's not to be underestimated.

"I see a fun fight in front of me," Sandoval said. "I don't know what's going to happen but I'm gonna get my hand raised above all else."

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“My dream is to get into the UFC, become a champion and leave a legacy in the flyweight division."

At 23 years old, Jose Sandoval has a long fighting future ahead of him, his next stop being the LFA. You can watch LFA 203 tonight from Las Vegas - streaming live on UFC Fight Pass.

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