In early 2011, Martinez opened his Brazilian jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts and Muay Thai school, Martinez Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Philadelphia.
15 Facts About Will Martinez
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Will Martinez is brother of fellow mixed martial artist Jesus Martinez.
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Will Martinez fought only for New Jersey and Pennsylvania-based promotions, as Ring of Combat and Locked in the Cage.
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Will Martinez was expected to make his promotional debut against TUF 12 competitor Andy Main on April 13,2012, at Bellator 65.
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However, Will Martinez instead faced Terrell Hobbs at the same event.
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Will Martinez won via submission due to a rear-naked choke in the first round.
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Will Martinez faced Casey Johnson on September 28,2012, at Bellator 74.
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Will Martinez won via submission due to a rear-naked choke in the first round.
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Will Martinez was expected to face Michael Phillips on April 4,2013, at Bellator 95.
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Will Martinez won via ground-and-pound knockout in the first round.
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Will Martinez faced Kevin Roddy on November 15,2013, at Bellator 108.
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Will Martinez won the fight via submission due to a rear-naked choke in round one.
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Will Martinez faced Goiti Yamauchi in the quarterfinal match of Bellator season ten featherweight tournament on February 28,2014, at Bellator 110.
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Will Martinez faced Desmond Green in the tournament semifinals at Bellator 114 on March 28,2014.
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Will Martinez lost the fight via unanimous decision and later announced his retirement.