COSTA MESA, Calif. – Marlon Vera isn’t entirely sold on UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling’s title reign just yet.
After claiming the belt from Petr Yan by disqualification in March 2021, Sterling (22-3 MMA, 14-3 UFC) has defended his title twice – edging out Yan in their rematch and winning by TKO over ex-champ T.J. Dillashaw at UFC 280.
Sterling is expected to defend his title against another former champion in Henry Cejudo (16-2 MMA, 10-2 UFC) on May 6 at UFC 288. While Vera thinks activity plays into Sterling’s favor, he puts a slight asterisk on his recent wins.