Marlon Vera
UFC 2014–present · rated in 3 editions · peak overall 85.0
Scouting report
A durable chin and third-round finishing surges carried Marlon "Chito" Vera from Chone, Ecuador, to become the first Ecuadorian to challenge for undisputed UFC gold. Known for his chin, front kicks, and elbows, Vera has knockout wins over Dominick Cruz and Frankie Edgar. His durability and offensive versatility are showcased by his 95 Durability, 89 Kickboxing, and 85 Overall rating.
Peak ratings
By edition
Vera moved into the bantamweight top ten across 2020 and 2021, knocking out Sean O'Malley in the first round at UFC 252 with calf kicks and elbows, and defeating Davey Grant and Frankie Edgar with a front-kick knockout at UFC 268 in Madison Square Garden. His durability, timing, and finishing power are reflected in an 85 Boxing and 88 Kickboxing.
Vera headlined cards between 2022 and 2024, knocking out Rob Font and Dominick Cruz with head kicks, defeating Pedro Munhoz at UFC 292, and challenging Sean O'Malley for the bantamweight title at UFC 299 in Miami. His chin, kicks, finishing instinct, and conditioning are captured in an 86 Boxing and 88 Cardio score over five-round distances against premier opponents.
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