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Scheduled against Chito
Martinez is scheduled to compete against Marlon Vera in a bantamweight fight at UFC Mexico on Feb. 28, per Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl.
ANALYSIS
Martinez, currently No. 10 in the UFC's bantamweight rankings, can climb up by defeating Vera, No. 8. The former's 2025, his first year with the UFC, proved promising with statement wins over Saimon Oliveira (TKO via punches) and Rob Font (unanimous decision) to go 2-0.
Martinez, currently No. 10 in the UFC's bantamweight rankings, can climb up by defeating Vera, No. 8. The former's 2025, his first year with the UFC, proved promising with statement wins over Saimon Oliveira (TKO via punches) and Rob Font (unanimous decision) to go 2-0.
Statement win over Rob Font
Martinez defeated Rob Font via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) at UFC Noche on Saturday in San Antonio.
ANALYSIS
Stepping in for Raul Rosas (undisclosed) on a couple weeks' notice, Martinez put forth a stellar performance in what was by far the biggest win of his career. He and Font went blow-for-blow in what was predictably a stand-up affair, but Martinez lapped his opponent in terms of activity. Font is known as a high-volume striker, yet it was David that attempted a whopping 210 total strikes compared to just 158 from Font. Martinez saved his best moments for Round 3, which was key because the fight was tied at a round apiece heading into the final frame. It's fair to wonder how Martinez will fare when grappling enters the equation, but he's clearly a talented striker.
Stepping in for Raul Rosas (undisclosed) on a couple weeks' notice, Martinez put forth a stellar performance in what was by far the biggest win of his career. He and Font went blow-for-blow in what was predictably a stand-up affair, but Martinez lapped his opponent in terms of activity. Font is known as a high-volume striker, yet it was David that attempted a whopping 210 total strikes compared to just 158 from Font. Martinez saved his best moments for Round 3, which was key because the fight was tied at a round apiece heading into the final frame. It's fair to wonder how Martinez will fare when grappling enters the equation, but he's clearly a talented striker.
Saves Noche UFC fight
Martinez will step in on short notice to face Rob Font in a bantamweight matchup at Noche UFC on Sept. 13 in San Antonio, Nolan King of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Font was originally scheduled for a date with Raul Rosas (undisclosed), but Martinez will take advantage of this quick turnaround opportunity following the former's withdrawal. He'll likely enter as the underdog given the fact he's only had one official UFC fight (a first-round finish that earned him a POTN bonus), but it's a chance to jump quickly into the rankings given Font holds the No. 9 spot. Font, meanwhile, has faced some of the best the bantamweight division has had to offer over a career spanning back to 2014.
Font was originally scheduled for a date with Raul Rosas (undisclosed), but Martinez will take advantage of this quick turnaround opportunity following the former's withdrawal. He'll likely enter as the underdog given the fact he's only had one official UFC fight (a first-round finish that earned him a POTN bonus), but it's a chance to jump quickly into the rankings given Font holds the No. 9 spot. Font, meanwhile, has faced some of the best the bantamweight division has had to offer over a career spanning back to 2014.
New fighter steps in
Martinez is set to challenge Carlos Vera in a bantamweight fight at Noche UFC on Sep. 13, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.
ANALYSIS
Martinez is fresh off a triumphant victory during his UFC debut as he defeated Saimon Oliveria via TKO in Round 1. He will now take on the 37-year-old Carlos Vera, who is coming off a rather surprising win after being considered a heavy underdog for the match. Both fighters are looking to earn back-to-back wins.
Martinez is fresh off a triumphant victory during his UFC debut as he defeated Saimon Oliveria via TKO in Round 1. He will now take on the 37-year-old Carlos Vera, who is coming off a rather surprising win after being considered a heavy underdog for the match. Both fighters are looking to earn back-to-back wins.
Dominates in UFC debut
Martinez defeated Saimon Oliveira via TKO (strikes) at 4:38 of Round 1 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Mexico City.
ANALYSIS
In early-October, Martinez took a unanimous decision on Dana White's Contender Series to earn his UFC opportunity. A handful of months later, he found himself as a -800 favorite for his official company debut in his home country. He delivered. Facing a lower-level opponent without the ability to match his explosiveness, Martinez delivered a flurry of blows, most notably a right hook and a knee which eventually put Oliveira away. He would go on to earn a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus for his efforts. We'll have to see how Martinez looks against better competition, but his UFC run couldn't have started any better.
In early-October, Martinez took a unanimous decision on Dana White's Contender Series to earn his UFC opportunity. A handful of months later, he found himself as a -800 favorite for his official company debut in his home country. He delivered. Facing a lower-level opponent without the ability to match his explosiveness, Martinez delivered a flurry of blows, most notably a right hook and a knee which eventually put Oliveira away. He would go on to earn a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus for his efforts. We'll have to see how Martinez looks against better competition, but his UFC run couldn't have started any better.