Injury Update: Marlon Vera Breaks Silence on Breaking 24-UFC Fight Tradition

Injury Update: Marlon Vera Breaks Silence on Breaking 24-UFC Fight Tradition

“I’m here for a reason, and this is another chance for me to prove myself and put on a clinic against a guy like this,” Marlon Vera had confidently declared ahead of his UFC 316 clash with Mario Bautista. But just as the hype began to build, the buzz faded with reports of the former title challenger pulling out from his June 7 bout due to an injury. And in a surprising twist, the UFC reportedly drafted former Bellator bantamweight champion Patch…

The fight between Marlon “Chito” Vera and Mario Bautista had been announced for May 3, 2025 in Iowa, but the match was rescheduled for June 7 during the UFC 316 event to be held in Newark, New Jersey.

Chito Vera Pulled from UFC 316; Bautista Needs New Opponent

Marlon "Chito" Vera is out of his UFC 316 fight vs Mario Bautista on June 7 in Newark. UFC seeks replacement for Bautista who is on a 7-fight win streak. The post Chito Vera Pulled from UFC 316; Bautista Needs New Opponent first appeared on MMA UK.