Deiveson Figueiredo vs Marlon Vera — Fight recap

Deiveson Figueiredo defeated Marlon Vera by unanimous decision over three rounds on August 3, 2024, with referee Keith Peterson officiating. Figueiredo landed 45 of 90 significant strikes (50% accuracy) while securing one knockdown and controlling the cage for 2:30, demonstrating superior precision despite being outstruck overall by Vera's 52 of 117 significant strikes.

The flyweight champion showcased efficient striking efficiency, particularly with body work (15 of 20) and leg kicks (12 of 13), while Vera's higher volume came at a lower 44% accuracy rate. Figueiredo attempted two takedowns but landed neither, relying instead on his striking accuracy and ring control to edge the judges' scorecards.

The decision reinforced Figueiredo's ability to win fights through technical precision rather than volume, keeping him positioned as a dominant force in the flyweight division.