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UFC Bantamweight

Marlon Vera VS David Martínez

Arena CDMX, Mexico City, Mexico

Tale of the Tape

24-12-1 Record 15-1-0
33 Age 27
173 cm Height 165 cm
179 cm Reach 171 cm
switch Stance orthodox
79% Finish rate 67%
38% KO rate 67%
42% Sub rate 0%

Result Summary

David Martínez def. Marlon Vera Decision (unanimous) · R3 5:00

David Martínez continued his meteoric rise in the bantamweight division with a dominant unanimous decision victory over veteran Marlon 'Chito' Vera. Martínez controlled the pace for all three rounds, utilizing high-volume striking and superior movement to frustrate the former title challenger. Vera, known for his slow starts, could never get out of first gear, struggling to find a home for his power shots against the elusive Martínez. The Mexican prospect mixed in timely takedowns and clinch control to stifle any offense Vera attempted to build. The loss marked Vera's fourth consecutive defeat, while Martínez extended his winning streak to ten, cementing his status as a serious contender at 135 pounds.

Fight Overview

Fan-favorite Marlon 'Chito' Vera looks to snap a losing skid against rising Mexican prospect David Martinez. Vera is a notorious slow starter who relies on durability and late-round devastation, while Martinez (Combate Global veteran) is a high-volume striker who starts fast. This is a dangerous crossroads fight: a loss could signal the end of Vera's time as a top contender, while a win for Martinez launches him into the rankings.

Keys to Victory

Marlon Vera

  1. Start fast: Do not give away the first two rounds; establish the low calf kick immediately.
  2. Clinch knees: Use the Muay Thai plum to damage Martinez if he rushes in with volume.
  3. Front kicks to the body: Drain Martinez's gas tank to take over in the 3rd round.

David Martínez

  1. Volume over power: Touch Vera repeatedly to win rounds on points rather than headhunting for a KO against a granite chin.
  2. Lateral movement: Don't stand in front of Vera; circle away from his power side.
  3. Mix in takedowns: Use wrestling offensively to steal rounds if the striking exchanges get too hot.

Last 5 fights

Marlon Vera

  1. L Aiemann Zahabi Decision · R3 5:00 · 18 OCT 2025
  2. L Deiveson Figueiredo Decision · R3 5:00 · 3 AUG 2024
  3. L Sean O'Malley Decision · R5 5:00 · 9 MAR 2024
  4. W Pedro Munhoz Decision · R3 5:00 · 19 AUG 2023
  5. L Cory Sandhagen Decision · R5 5:00 · 25 MAR 2023

David Martínez

  1. W Rob Font Decision · R3 5:00 · 13 SEPT 2025
  2. W Saimon Oliveira TKO · R1 4:38 · 29 MAR 2025
  3. W Xavier Franklin Decision · R3 5:00 · 1 OCT 2024
  4. W Jose Zarauz KO · R4 4:17 · 28 MAY 2023
  5. W Axel Osuna KO · R4 4:14 · 7 OCT 2022

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