Chito Vera Faces Must-Win vs Martinez in Mexico City

Marlon Vera enters UFC Mexico City's co-main event against David Martinez on February 28 aiming to halt a three-fight skid since his March 2025 title loss to Sean O’Malley at UFC 299. At media day, Vera acknowledged his precarious bantamweight position but emphasized his health, strength, and confidence in his chin holding up outside the top tier. A win could reignite his 135-pound title path amid division flux. Loss risks further slide down rankings. Vera vows to fight with everything, setting up pivotal momentum shift for his career trajectory.