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MMA News / The Body Lock / October 7

Watch: Aldo and Vera Battle to Draw in Ecuador Grappling Match

Jose Aldo returned to competition after 17 months, facing Marlon Vera in a 10-minute submission-only grappling match The match ended in a draw at Hype

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 1

Aldo Faces Vera In Ecuador Grappling Match

Jose Aldo will face Marlon Vera in a 10-minute submission-only grappling match at Hype Ecuador on October 4. The event takes place at Coliseo General Rumiñahui in Quito, Ecuador, with a 5 p.m.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 29
O'Malley Praises Vera After Breaking Losing Streak

O'Malley Praises Vera After Breaking Losing Streak

Sean O'Malley credited Marlon Vera for snapping his four-fight losing streak at UFC 331 earlier this month, calling the bantamweight's finish of Charles Jourdain possibly his best performance to date.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 26
Sean O'Malley heaps praise on Marlon Vera

Sean O'Malley heaps praise on Marlon Vera

Sean O’Malley has applauded Marlon Vera‘s dominant performance at UFC 331. The talking point heading into his last fight was ‘Chito’ trying to get back on track after four straight defeats.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 18
Vera Explains Coaching Changes Ahead Of UFC 331

Vera Explains Coaching Changes Ahead Of UFC 331

Marlon Vera returns to the cage Saturday on a four-fight losing streak, but the veteran bantamweight says a coaching shakeup and a return to his roots have him ready for Charles Jourdain at UFC 331.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / September 18
Charles Jourdain vs. Marlon Vera: UFC 331 AI Prediction, Results and Highlights

Charles Jourdain vs. Marlon Vera: UFC 331 AI Prediction, Results and Highlights

Results and highlights are forthcoming. This article will be updated after the official result, while the original pre-fight prediction below will remain unchanged.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 16
Jourdain On Vera's Skid: Still Elite At UFC 331

Jourdain On Vera's Skid: Still Elite At UFC 331

Charles Jourdain refuses to treat Marlon Vera as a spent force ahead of their UFC 331 bantamweight bout despite the Ecuadorian's four-fight losing streak.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 4
Vera Explains Parillo Split After Four-Fight Skid

Vera Explains Parillo Split After Four-Fight Skid

Marlon Vera has left longtime coach Jason Parillo in an effort to snap a four-fight losing streak that began with his title shot against Sean O'Malley at UFC 299.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 4
'It’s Depressing': Marlon Vera Opens Up on Three-Year Winless Streak and Fear He’ll 'Never Succeed Again'

'It’s Depressing': Marlon Vera Opens Up on Three-Year Winless Streak and Fear He’ll 'Never Succeed Again'

Marlon Vera is all set to make a comeback against Charles Jourdain at UFC 331 on September 19. But before the Ecuadorian star steps into the Octagon this month, his mind appears to be clouded with doubts and negative thoughts.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 2
Vera Parts Ways With Coach Parillo After Four-Fight Skid

Vera Parts Ways With Coach Parillo After Four-Fight Skid

Marlon Vera has split with longtime head coach Jason Parillo after dropping four consecutive fights, the bantamweight announced ahead of his UFC 331 clash with Charles Jourdain on Sept.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 2
Vera Opens Up On Mental Health During UFC Skid

Vera Opens Up On Mental Health During UFC Skid

Marlon Vera said his current four-fight losing streak has forced him to confront mental health struggles unlike anything he has faced in his career. The

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 29
Aldo Set For Grappling Match Against Vera

Aldo Set For Grappling Match Against Vera

Former UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo will step back into competition on October 4, marking his first combat sports appearance since retiring from mixed martial arts.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 27
Jose Aldo Set For October Return Against Vera

Jose Aldo Set For October Return Against Vera

UFC Hall of Famer Jose Aldo will return to competition on October 4th, facing former bantamweight title challenger Marlon Vera in a submission grappling match.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 6
Marlon Vera vs Charles Jourdain set for UFC 331 in September

Marlon Vera vs Charles Jourdain set for UFC 331 in September

Marlon Vera will meet Charles Jourdain at UFC 331 on Sept. 19, with the bout reportedly taking place at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Vera's management confirmed the matchup on social media Monday, per MMA Mania.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 13
UFC Freedom 250 betting odds: O'Malley-Zahabi decision lock

UFC Freedom 250 betting odds: O'Malley-Zahabi decision lock

MMA Mania is backing Sean O'Malley and Aiemann Zahabi to reach the judges' scorecards when they meet this Sunday at UFC Freedom 250, the promotion's unprecedented South Lawn showcase in Washington, D.C.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7
Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

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Petr Yan shocks Merab Dvalishvili, reclaims bantamweight title
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 16, 2025
Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vancouver

Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vancouver

UFC Rio: Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen continues on the main card with a fight between Marlon Vera and Aiemann Zahabi in the bantamweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / April 23, 2025
Marlon Vera blames UFC's 'dinosaurs' for controversial results

Marlon Vera blames UFC's 'dinosaurs' for controversial results

UFC bantamweight Marlon Vera has seen the final bell in 100 percent of his UFC losses. Over the course of his career, 'Chito' Vera has been involved in his fair share of controversial decisions --- some in his favor, others not.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / October 29, 2024
Chito Vera Turns Down Short-Notice Fight Against Top 10 Bantamweight

Chito Vera Turns Down Short-Notice Fight Against Top 10 Bantamweight

Marlon "Chito" Vera decided against taking a short-notice fight against a rising contender. Vera is as tough as they come at bantamweight, but he wants to ensure he has a proper camp before returning to the Octagon.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / July 30, 2024
UFC on ABC 7: Marlon Vera vs. Deiveson Figueiredo Fight Preview

UFC on ABC 7: Marlon Vera vs. Deiveson Figueiredo Fight Preview

Five months after challenging Sean O’Malley for the UFC bantamweight championship, Marlon Vera will take on former two-time flyweight titleholder Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC on ABC 7.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 14, 2024
UFC’s Marlon Vera calls out Sean O’Malley for greasing but nobody believes him

UFC’s Marlon Vera calls out Sean O’Malley for greasing but nobody believes him

After their rematch at UFC 299, Marlon Vera stirred controversy by accusing Sean O’Malley of greasing. Taking to Twitter, Vera called out the bantamweight

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 13, 2024
After falling short at UFC 299, what’s next for Chito Vera?

After falling short at UFC 299, what’s next for Chito Vera?

This past Saturday night in the main event of UFC 299, the bantamweight title was on the line. Marlon “Chito” Vera (23-9-1) was looking to capture the bantamweight title was also picking up his second win over the champion “Suga” Sean O’Malley (18-1, 1 NC).

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 12, 2024
UFC 299: What’s next for Sean O’Malley after dominant title defense against Chito Vera?

UFC 299: What’s next for Sean O’Malley after dominant title defense against Chito Vera?

In a stunning display of skill and determination, Sean O’Malley successfully defended his bantamweight title against Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera at UFC 299, solidifying his position as one of the top fighters in the division.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / March 11, 2024

UFC 299 Aftermath: Chito Vera Reflects on Sean O’Malley Loss, Vows to ‘Climb Again'

Marlon Vera's dreams of becoming UFC Champion aren't over. After 22 fights in the promotion, the 31 year-old finally got his title shot in the main event slot of UFC 299.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 6, 2024
Marlon Vera’s net worth in 2024

Marlon Vera’s net worth in 2024

Marlon Vera, commonly referred to as “Chito,” has a net worth of about $4 million. Vera is a UFC fighter who competes in the bantamweight division. He is currently ranked fifth in that weight class, and he has the biggest fight of his life ahead of him.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / March 6, 2024
UFC 299 Backup Fighter Revealed for Sean O'Malley vs. Marlon Vera Title Fight

UFC 299 Backup Fighter Revealed for Sean O'Malley vs. Marlon Vera Title Fight

One of the UFC’s top bantamweight contenders will make a quick turnaround to weigh in as the backup fighter for the UFC 299 main event. Set to take place

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