Rising Star from Chihuahua
At just 25 years old, Luis Iván “Niño Azteca” Rodríguez has quickly become one of the brightest prospects in Mexican MMA. Fighting out of Chihuahua, Mexico, and representing Chao Team, Rodríguez carries an impressive professional record of 9 wins and 1 loss. Ranked #11 flyweight in Mexico and Latin America by Tapology, he now stands on the verge of history as he prepares for the most important fight of his career at LUX Fight League 054.
The Road to Redemption
Rodríguez’s lone professional setback came in 2023 at LUX 031, when Costa Rica’s Jorge Calvo submitted him in the very first round. That loss lit a fire in the young fighter. Since then, the “Niño Azteca” has been unstoppable, racking up four consecutive victories in dominant fashion. His recent wins include a rear-naked choke submission over Alexandro Bravo at LUX 051 and a TKO over Sergio Quintero just a few months earlier. With five submission wins and two by TKO, Rodríguez has proven that he is both dangerous on the ground and powerful standing up.
Career Highlights and Style
Standing 5’5” tall and competing at 124.1 lbs, Rodríguez has made a name for himself with his aggressive, explosive style. Since his pro debut in 2021, he has collected victories over notable names such as Víctor Núñez, Yahir Ramírez, Uriel Uribe, and Alejandro Villarreal. His early run was marked by slick guillotine chokes and rear-naked submissions, showing a knack for finishing fights before the judges could even weigh in. Now, with an interim championship belt around his waist, Rodríguez looks to prove he belongs among the elite.
Calvo vs. Rodríguez II
On August 22, 2025, Rodríguez gets his chance at revenge when he faces Calvo once again in Monterrey. The Costa Rican veteran, with a professional record of 19-6, brings experience and a six-fight winning streak into the cage. For Rodríguez, this fight is more than just unification — it’s personal. With youth, hunger, and momentum on his side, the “Niño Azteca” is determined to write a new chapter in Latin American MMA history.
