Jesus Martinez (fighter)

Jesus Martinez (born December 26, 1983) is an American mixed martial artist who competes in Bellator's welterweight division.

Early career
Martinez started his professional career in 2009. He fought mainly for New Jersey and Pennsylvania-based promotions as Ring of Combat and Xtreme Fight Events.

In 2011, with a record of six victories and only one loss, Martinez signed with Bellator.

Bellator MMA
Martinez made his promotional debut against Karl Amoussou on November 26, 2011, at Bellator 59. Martinez lost via TKO in the first round.

Martinez faced Aung La Nsang on May 11, 2012, at Bellator 68. Despite being dropped with a right hand early, Nsang was able to recover and defeat Martinez via TKO still in the first round.

Cage Fury Fighting Championships
Martinez faced George Sullivan on August 17, 2013, at CFFC 26: Sullivan vs. Martinez for the CFFC welterweight title. He lost via TKO in the second round.

Bellator return
Martinez replaced Dante Rivera against Nah-Shon Burrell on November 15, 2013, at Bellator 108. He lost the fight via unanimous decision (30-27, 30–27, 29–28). Martinez was then expected to face Phil Baroni on May 2, 2014, at Bellator 118, however the bout was cancelled for unknown reasons, and Martinez instead faced Ryan Caltaldi at the event. He won the bout via unanimous decision.