Raul Rosas Jr., a 21-year-old bantamweight prospect, defeated UFC veteran Rob Font at UFC 326 in Las Vegas. Rosas won by unanimous decision (30-27 x3) after three rounds at the T-Mobile Arena.
Font (22-9) is a seasoned fighter with a long history in the UFC, including notable wins over Jean Matsumoto, Kyler Phillips, and Adrian Yanez. He entered the bout ranked No. 13 at 135 pounds in the MMA Fighting Global Rankings.
Rosas (11-1), who turned 21 in October 2025, had four straight wins coming into the fight, including victories over Vince Morales and Aoriqileng. This victory moves him closer to the UFC top 15 and strengthens his reputation as one of the division’s rising stars.
Round-by-Round Action
Round 1: Font pressed forward, using movement and stance changes to unsettle Rosas. Rosas landed clean jabs and secured a takedown, controlling Font against the cage. Font scrambled but Rosas kept top position.
Round 2: Rosas continued mixing strikes and wrestling. Font attempted submission moves, including a triangle and kimura, but Rosas maintained control, preventing any serious damage.
Round 3: Rosas stayed calm and dominant. He secured multiple takedowns, controlled Font on the mat, and dictated the pace of the fight, leaving no doubt about the outcome.
Official Result
Winner: Raul Rosas Jr.
Method: Unanimous decision (30-27 x3)
Weight Class: Bantamweight
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Rosas Jr.’s win shows his combination of striking and grappling can challenge experienced fighters like Font. With this victory, he strengthens his position in the UFC bantamweight rankings and becomes a fighter to watch for future matchups.
Font, despite the loss, remains a veteran competitor with valuable experience. Rosas Jr.’s performance demonstrates his potential to climb rapidly in the division.
