Jay Perrin vs Raul Rosas jr.
Raul Rosas became the youngest fighter in the history of UFC after being signed by UFC at 17. He was signed in Sept 2022. and broke the record of Dan Lozan, who signed when he was 18.
He will become the youngest face ever in UFC when he will fight against Jay Perrin in Las Vegas, Nevada, in fight UFC 282 next week. Rosas wants to become the youngest champion in UFC history. Jon Jones has held this record since he defeated Mauricio Rua at light heavyweight.
He said that not in five years, but I wanted to become a champion in 20 to 21 years of my age. He said I am trying to challenge myself. Look how fast I can do it. Believe, I will be a champion tomorrow. After a unanimous decision, Rosas defeated Mando Gutierrez.
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He won all six of his professional fights in the president dana condenser series. After joining the organization, he broke the record of Dan Lozan, who was signed when he was 18 years old. After getting career-changing opportunities at a young age. He does not feel any pressure. He said that I feel free when I go to ring, and everything goes out. About his debut, he said I am enjoying and excited about it.
As a 12-year-old, he moved to California with his family. Their situation was difficult, he said. When they were living in a small apartment in a short place, they progressed and got a two-room apartment and a bigger one. Raul Rosas His father and brother are also fighters. He said when I was four years old, I knew I would become a fighter. Rosas continued his training with his school. he said that when he was in New Mexico and went to, we would drive for one and a half hours for exercise. I would sleep in the car on the way back.
I was hardly home, so I did my homework in class or the next day. Rosas is still a senior-year student in high school. And he is signed by UFC. However, his mother wants that he should complete his graduation.
Rosas said that any MMA fighter does not inspire him. He wants to be different from others, but former UFC lightweight champion Tony Ferguson is his favorite.
"He is different. His style destroys everyone openly, not trying to be like anyone else,"
"One of my favorite things about his fighting style is how clever he is with it."
Despite his admiration for Ferguson's style, Rosas Jr doesn't want to emulate him - he is focused on creating his legacy.
"I like how he is, but I want to be different," he said.
"I surprise myself sometimes. When I watch my videos, I am still determining how I made some moves