Jonathan Martinez

Jonathan Martinez is one of the more distinctive strikers in the bantamweight division, a technical fighter whose signature weapon is a set of brutal, fight-ending leg kicks. He's used that calling card to chop down a string of opponents and quietly build one of the better win streaks at 135.

His run included a leg-kick clinic against beloved veteran Cub Swanson and a win over flashy striker Said Nurmagomedov. A pair of tough losses in 2024, including one to returning legend Jose Aldo, checked his momentum, but his accurate, patient game keeps him dangerous.

For a new fan, Martinez is a great example of striking nuance: not a highlight-reel knockout artist, but a craftsman who breaks opponents down from the outside in a way few others can.