David Martinez vs Xavier Franklin — Fight recap

David Martinez earned a unanimous decision over Xavier Franklin across all three rounds on October 1, 2024, with referee Mark Smith overseeing the bout. Martinez controlled the striking exchanges, landing 79 of 161 significant strikes (49%) compared to Franklin's 46 of 139 (33%), a decisive 17-point advantage in output.

The fight remained standing throughout, with neither fighter attempting takedowns successfully—Martinez went 0 for 1 while Franklin managed 0 of 3. Martinez's leg strike volume proved particularly effective, connecting on 32 of 35 attempts, establishing range and disrupting Franklin's movement.

Franklin generated minimal control time at just 25 seconds and landed fewer strikes overall, unable to close the distance or impose his will on the canvas. The striking disparity and leg kick dominance secured Martinez's victory without requiring submission or knockout.

This win positions Martinez favorably in his division's rankings and suggests a potential step up in competition.