Marlon Vera and José Aldo headline HYPE Fighting debut in Ecuador

HYPE Fighting Championship is making its Latin American debut in Quito, Ecuador, with an event scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Coliseo General Rumiñahui. The card features 15 total fights, including eight grappling matches under submission-only rules and seven bare-knuckle boxing bouts.

The main event features a rematch between Ecuadorian fighter Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera and Brazilian legend José Aldo. This grappling match will consist of a single 10-minute round where victory can only be achieved through submission, with no judges' decisions or striking allowed. This follows their previous MMA encounter in 2020, which Aldo won by unanimous decision.

Other notable matchups on the card include a grappling bout between Mayton Perea and Colby Covington. The event is open to the public, with tickets available through the BuenPlan platform, ranging from approximately $30 to $575 for VIP seating.