Following a technical knockout victory over Canada’s Charles Jourdain, Ecuadorian bantamweight fighter Marlon “Chito” Vera has re-entered the official Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) top 15 rankings at number 12, according to the official UFC rankings.
UFC Bantamweight Division Rankings Context
Vera’s return to the rankings places him among the division’s top competitors, a group led by champion Merab Dvalishvili, followed by contenders such as Song Yadong, Sean O’Malley, Mario Bautista, and Umar Nurmagomedov. According to the UFC rankings list, the division also features Cory Sandhagen, David Martínez, Raoni Barcelos, Farid Basharat, Marcus McGhee, Deiveson Figueiredo, Aiemann Zahabi, Bryce Mitchell, and Montel Jackson.
Training Camp Changes and Next Steps
Ahead of his resurgence in the division, Vera parted ways with Jason Parillo, his head coach of six years, and joined the team of Raúl Rosas Jr., with Raúl Rosas Sr. serving as head coach. Speaking after his recent victory, Vera expressed gratitude for his new team setup and stated that he will review the promotional calendar and the bantamweight rankings to determine his next opponent for an upcoming UFC card.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marlon Vera’s current UFC ranking?
According to the official UFC rankings, Marlon Vera is ranked number 12 in the bantamweight division.
Who did Marlon Vera defeat to re-enter the rankings?
Vera secured a technical knockout win over Canadian fighter Charles Jourdain.
Who is Marlon Vera’s current head coach?
Vera trains with Raúl Rosas Sr. as his head coach, having previously worked with Jason Parillo for six years.
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