Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Raoni Barcelos – UFC Fight Night

Raul Rosas Jr.

Raul Rosas Jr. is No. 12 in the UFC bantamweight rankings
and enters the fight with a professional record of 13 wins and 1 loss.
Official UFC statistics list 2 wins by knockout and 6 by submission,
with six of his victories ending in the first round.

His most recent fight was the victory over Rob Font on 7 March 2026.
Rosas is known for his active wrestling, quick pursuit of takedowns
and his desire to control his opponent on the ground

Key Statistics

• Record: 13–1–0
• UFC rank: No. 12
• 2 wins by KO/TKO
• 6 wins by submission
• 6 first-round finishes

Raoni Barcelos

Raoni Barcelos is No. 13 in the bantamweight division and enters the main
fight with a professional record of 22–5–0. The Brazilian has
8 wins by knockout and 3 by submission

Barcelos enters the fight after a run of strong results. His most recent UFC
fight was the victory over Montel Jackson in April 2026. UFC states
that ahead of the fight with Rosas he is pursuing a sixth consecutive victory

Key Statistics

• Record: 22–5–0
• UFC rank: No. 13
• 8 wins by KO/TKO
• 3 wins by submission
• 5 first-round finishes
• 4.65 significant strikes per minute
• 61% significant strike defence
• 88% takedown defence

Pre-Fight Comparison

Youth vs Experience

One of the most interesting aspects of the fight is the difference in experience.
Rosas is one of the youngest active fighters in the UFC and is progressing quickly
through the rankings, while Barcelos has considerably more professional
fights and accumulated experience against different styles.

Rosas usually looks for opportunities to take the fight to the ground,
while Barcelos has strong takedown defence –
official UFC statistics show 88%.
This makes the battle for position and control one of the main technical
elements to watch in the fight.

Stand-Up and Significant Strikes

Barcelos has accumulated significantly more minutes at UFC level.
Official statistics credit him with an average of 4.65 significant strikes landed
per minute and 4.24 absorbed. For Rosas, the main emphasis in his career
so far has been more heavily focused on wrestling and submissions.

UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas

The event is scheduled for Saturday, 26 September local time
in the United States and carries over into Sunday, 27 September for viewers
in Bulgaria. The main card begins at 20:00 EDT according to UFC,
which is 03:00 Bulgarian time.

The exact time of Rosas – Barcelos is not fixed, as it depends
on the duration of the preceding fights. Therefore, the fighters may
enter the Octagon later than the start of the main card.

What Statistics Should We Watch?

• significant strikes per minute;
• striking accuracy and defence;
• successful takedowns;
• takedown defence;
• ground control;
• submission attempts;
• endurance in a longer fight;
• performance after the first round.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Raul Rosas Jr. vs Raoni Barcelos?

In Bulgaria, the event takes place in the early hours of
Sunday, 27 September 2026.

Where is the fight taking place?

At Meta APEX in Las Vegas, USA.

What is Raul Rosas Jr.’s record?

13 wins and 1 loss.

What is Raoni Barcelos’ record?

22 wins and 5 losses.

What are their positions in the rankings?

Rosas is No. 12 and Barcelos No. 13 in the bantamweight division at the time of checking.

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