Learn more about Jonathan Martinez's UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.
Fighter Facts
- Pro since 2014
- Seven wins by KO, two by submission (2 armbar)
- Three first round finishes
- Has won eight of his last 11 and two in a row
- Lone pre-UFC loss via DQ (illegal knee) to UFC vet Matt Schnell in December 2015
UFC History
UFC Fight Night (2/26/22) Martinez won a three round unanimous decision over Alejandro Perez
UFC Fight Night (10/23/21) Martinez won a three round unanimous decision over Zviad Lazishvili
UFC Fight Night (3/13/21) Martinez was knocked out by Davey Grant at 3:03 of the second round
UFC Fight Night (10/18/20) Martinez won a three round unanimous decision over Thomas Almeida
UFC Fight Night (8/1/20) Martinez stopped Frankie Saenz via strikes at :57 of the third round
UFC 247 (2/8/20) Martinez lost a three round split decision to Andre Ewell
UFC Fight Night (7/13/19) Martinez knocked out Liu Pingyuan at 3:53 of the third round
UFC 234 (2/9/19) Martinez won a three round unanimous decision over Wuliji Buren
UFC Fight Night (10/27/18) Martinez lost a three round unanimous decision to Andre Soukhamthath
Q&A
When and why did you start training for fighting? I was a troublemaker, so my parents put me in Taekwondo. I started at the age of 15, and after that, I transferred to MMA
What ranks and titles have you held? I hold the 125 and 135 belts for XFN
What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s a really good feeling. I’m excited to put on a show and show that I belong in there.
Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? 7-2 with five knockouts as an amateur
Ranks in any martial arts styles: Blue belt in BJJ
Favorite grappling technique: Triangle and armbar
Favorite Striking technique: Jab
