Mario Bautista News
Mario Bautista predicts title shot if he defeats Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC 321
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 18, 2025
Mario Bautista believes a win over Umar Nurmagomedov would take him to the promised land. Bautista and Nurmagomedov will share the Octagon in a pivotal bantamweight clash at UFC 321 on Oct. 25. Earlier that month, Merab Dvalishvili will put the UFC Bantamweight Championship at stake against Cory Sandhagen. Bautista vs. Nurmagomedov is a significant chance for either man to earn a crack at 135-pound gold.
Mario Bautista calls for big showdown with Umar Nurmagomedov
Harry Kettle - June 16, 2025
UFC contender Mario Bautista has called for a showdown with Umar Nurmagomedov after defeating Patchy Mix. At UFC 316, Mario Bautista defeated Patchy Mix in the latter’s promotional debut. It served as a real coming of age moment for Mario who, up to this point, hadn’t been getting a whole lot of notice or respect from casual MMA fans. Alas, it’s hard to deny that he’s a top contender now, and he’s ready to try and make a push for the title at 135 pounds.
UFC 316 Results: Mario Bautista defeats Patchy Mix (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - June 7, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 316 results, including the bantamweight bout between Patchy Mix and Mario Bautista. Patchy Mix (20-2 MMA) will be making his Octagon debut this evening in Newark. The 31-year-old standout will be competing for the first time since defending the Bellator bantamweight world title against Magomed Magomedov 13 months ago in Paris, France. Patchy will enter this evening’s contest sporting a 7-fight winning streak.
Mario Bautista is "excited" to welcome Patchy Mix to the UFC at UFC 316: "We all know how good Patchy is"
Cole Shelton - June 3, 2025
Mario Bautista is glad to be the one to welcome former Bellator bantamweight champion Patchy Mix to the UFC. Bautista was supposed to fight Marlon Vera at UFC 316, but the former title challenger had an injury and was forced out of the bout. After ‘Chito’ was injured, Bautista made it known he would remain on the card and didn’t care who he would fight.
Patchy Mix takes aim at "journeyman" Mario Bautista ahead of UFC 316
Cole Shelton - June 2, 2025
Patchy Mix is ready to make a statement in his UFC debut against Mario Bautista. Mix is the former Bellator bantamweight champion, and he will make his debut on Saturday at UFC 316 against Bautista. It’s an intriguing matchup, and heading into the fight, Mix is confident he won’t just win his debut but will submit Bautista, as he doesn’t think highly of his opponent.
Report: Former Bellator champ gets short-notice UFC debut against Mario Bautista
BJ Penn Staff - May 15, 2025
Marlon “Chito” Vera will not be fighting Mario Bautista at UFC 316. Instead, Bautista be fighting former Bellator champion Patchy Mix at the June 7 card in Newark, New Jersey. That’s according to X user @MagicM_MMABets, who has a good track record for breaking fight news.
Mario Bautista puts blame on Jose Aldo for lackluster UFC 307 fight, eyes Cory Sandhagen rematch
Cole Shelton - October 16, 2024
Mario Bautista knew getting past Jose Aldo would be tough, and he did what he needed to do to win. Bautista edged out a split decision win over Aldo at UFC 307 in what was considered by many to be a lackluster fight. Heading into the bout, the wrestling and clinch weren’t part of Bautista’s game plan until it was there for him to use.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 180 with Mario Bautista and Brady Hiestand
Cole Shelton - October 15, 2024
The 180th episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC Vegas 99 and recap UFC 307. We’re joined by ninth-ranked UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista (0:40). We close things out by chatting with UFC bantamweight Brady Hiestand (12:10).
Jose Aldo issues statement following split decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
MMA legend Jose Aldo has issued a statement following his split decision defeat to Mario Bautista last weekend. As we know, Jose Aldo is a true icon in the world of mixed martial arts. He’s done some incredible things throughout the course of his career, which includes being one of the most dominant champions of his generation. Now, after a short period of time away from the UFC, he’s back for another run.
Pros react after Mario Bautista defeats Jose Aldo at UFC 307
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 307 main card lineup featured a highly anticipated men’s bantamweight bout between Jose Aldo and Mario Bautista. Aldo (32-9 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since May’s UFC 301 event, where he had scored a dominant decision win over Jonathan Martinez. ‘The King of Rio’ had gone 4-1 over his previous five Octagon appearances ahead of tonight’s affair.
UFC 307 Results: Mario Bautista defeats Jose Aldo (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 307 results, including the men’s bantamweight bout between Jose Aldo and Mario Bautista. Aldo (32-8 MMA) was most previously seen in action at May’s UFC 301 event, where he scored a dominant decision win over Jonathan Martinez. ‘The King of Rio’ has gone 4-1 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.