About David Martínez

Miguel David Aceves Martínez (born August 3, 1998) is a Mexican professional mixed martial artist and orthopedic surgeon who currently competes in the Bantamweight division of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). As of December 9, 2025, he is #10 in the UFC bantamweight rankings.

Early life
Martínez was born on August 3, 1998, in Ecatepec de Morelos, State of Mexico. However, due to the local insecurity, he moved to Mexico City as a child. In his teens, he became interested in mixed martial arts, joining the Bonebreakers MMA Team with his older sister, Melissa. David also holds a bachelor's degree, having studied medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico.