UFC Fight Night: Vera vs Martinez - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

Marlon "Chito" Vera faces David "Doctor" Martinez at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. Vera and Martinez compete in the lightweight division as part of the UFC Fight Night undercard.

Marlon Vera, representing Ecuador, brings a significant experience with 23 wins, including facing top fighters since turning pro. The former city champion aims to leverage that against Martinez's aggressive style. David Martinez from Mexico only has one loss from 14 fights, winning most by decision or submission.

What time is Marlon Vera vs David Martinez fight

Live coverage for the Marlon Vera vs David Martinez main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on Paramount+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Marlon Vera vs David Martinez Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026	05:00 PM	08:40 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026	02:00 PM	05:40 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026	09:00 PM	12:40 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, March 1, 2026	08:00 AM	11:40 AM

The UFC Fight Night event will take place on February 28, 2026, at 08:40 PM EST. The venue is Arena CDMX in Mexico City, Mexico.

The event features a lightweight bout between Vera and Martinez. It consists of three rounds and is part of the undercard. The main event of the night is a fight between Brandon Moreno and Lone'er Kavanagh.

Please note that the start time might change depending on how long the earlier fights last. Make sure to check your local time zones for accurate viewing times.

Fighters Details

Marlon Vera

Nationality: Ecuador
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 173 cm
Reach: 173 cm
Total Fights: 35
Record: 23 / 11 / 1

David Martinez

Nationality: Mexico
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 165 cm
Reach: 165 cm
Total Fights: 14
Record: 13 / 1 / 0

Marlon Vera faces David Martinez in a lightweight bout with no belts on the line.

Marlon Vera, known as "Chito," boasts a record of 23 wins, 11 losses, and 1 draw. His last fight featured tough competition, showcasing his durability in the lightweight division. His opponent's previous records suggest that if he leverages his experience and height advantage effectively, he could outmaneuver Martinez.

David Martinez, "Doctor," has 13 wins and only 1 loss. Although his reach is shorter, his impressive win-loss record demonstrates skill. Facing experienced opponents like Vera will test his strategies in this weight class and reinforce his resilience.

Marlon Vera vs David Martinez Betting Odds

Underdog: Marlon Vera : 3.6 (+260)
Favorite: David Martinez : 1.4 (-275)

Method of victory	Marlon Vera	David Martinez
By KO/TKO or disqualification	9.0 (+800)	8.0 (+700)
By decision or technical decision	6.0 (+500)	1.6 (-167)

How and where to watch the Marlon Vera vs David Martinez Fight

You can watch Marlon Vera vs David Martinez via Paramount+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	Paramount+
Canada	Paramount+
UK and Ireland	Paramount+
Australia	Paramount+
India	Paramount+

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