Fighters carrying out flags in the UFC during their walkouts was a common thing. However, the UFC has put a stop to this in recent times. Many fighters may not be thrilled with this decision, and UFC bantamweight Marlon Vera was one of them.

Not being able to carry a flag while walking to the octagon could change a crucial aspect of certain fighters who take pride in what their country represents. One of the most iconic fighters to walk out with a national flag is the UFC’s biggest star, Conor McGregor, who wears the Irish national flag with nothing but pride.

Other fighters such as Marlon Vera, Belal Muhammad, and Colby Covington are also known to walk out with their national flags.

In an interview, Ecuadorian UFC sensation Marlon Vera talked about how the promotion told him he could not carry his flag for his walkout against Rob Font.

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While having a chat with José Luis Santacruz, a student of journalism, Vera stated, “In this fight they told me that I couldn’t go out with the flag.” He continued, “Nobody can take out their flag…Ecuador has nothing to do with it.” (quotes translated to English via Google Translate)

What’s next for Marlon Vera in the Bantamweight division?

UFC Fight Night: Font vs Vera (aka UFC Vegas 53) was an amazing night for the Ecuadorian mixed martial artist. Marlon Vera came out with flying colors and continued his great journey in the UFC with a decision win over Rob Font. As it was ‘Chito’s third win in succession, he has risen to #5 in the rankings.

Vera can only go up from here, with multiple fight options (Jose Aldo, Cory Sandhagen) available for him in the future.

If the Ecuadorian wins against another top-ranked opponent next, the nation can prepare themselves to see their hero skyrocket into the exosphere for the bantamweight gold.

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Who do you think will be next for Marlon Vera?