Marvin Vettori: ‘I look like sh*t’ during losing streak ahead of UFC 332

Marvin Vettori faces a critical moment in his career as he looks to snap a career-worst four-fight losing streak against Ismail Naurdiev at UFC 332 in Salt Lake City on Saturday. The former middleweight title challenger has not recorded a victory since March 2023, when he defeated Roman Dolidze, and recent performances have left him frustrated with his own display. In a candid interview with MMA Fighting's José Youngs, Vettori acknowledged that reviewing his recent fights has been difficult, criticizing his own performance for lack of fluidity, poor footwork, and a failure to execute basic techniques. Though Vettori stopped short of blaming external factors entirely, he did reference recent back surgery and a rib injury that forced him to withdraw from a previous bout with Naurdiev scheduled for June. Despite the setback, Vettori was eager to reschedule the fight once healthy. The Italian Dream has relocated from Florida to California for this training camp in hopes of rekindling the form that once positioned him as a legitimate title contender. While a championship run now seems like a long shot, Vettori maintains belief in his ability to reclaim his place among the elite. He noted that two of his four recent losses came with Fight of the Night bonuses, yet acknowledged that results matter most in the sport. His first 2026 appearance comes with significant pressure to prove he remains a viable contender rather than merely a durable opponent.