User:Ppt1973/Alex Soto

Alex Soto (born February 15, 1984 is a Mexico\Mexican-American mixed martial artist who competes in the bantamweight division of the UFC. A professional MMA competitor since 2009, Soto fought mostly in regional promotions in his home state of California and in Mexico before signing with the UFC in 2011.

Background
McDonald started training in kickboxing at the age of ten, turned to mixed martial arts at 14, and turned professional at 16 in 2007. He also has two brothers who have careers in mixed martial arts.

Early career
He gained notable wins on the regional circuit defeating WEC veteran Manny Tapia and former WEC Featherweight Champion, Cole Escovedo. The latter avenging his only professional defeat, which also earned him the Tachi Palace Fights Bantamweight title with a second round KO. In the summer of 2010, he was listed as one of the top rising stars under the age of 25.

Ultimate Fighting Championship
Soto is expected to make his promtional debut against Michael McDonald on November 19, 2011 at UFC 139, replacing an injured Johnny Eduardo.