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At UFC Vegas 121 on September 26, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada, at the Meta APEX, Raul Rosas Jr. won by stoppage in the fifth round against Raoni Barcelos in the main event. The 21-year-old bantamweight achieved his sixth straight victory in his first appearance in the UFC main event, ending the night, which also included a controversial disqualification, some impressive finishes, and a major decision in the co-main event.
The Mexican-American fighter began in an aggressive manner, displaying better striking and managing to hold his own against the more experienced Brazilian. As the fight went on, Barcelos slowly picked up speed, using his experience and well-judged takedowns to challenge the younger opponent.
Nevertheless, Rosas Jr. kept his cool and continued in the last round. He knocked Barcelos down with a strong slam, leaving the veteran unable to respond. Rosas Jr. at once indicated to the referee, who then halted the match.
It was a major point in Rosas Jr.'s career since it was his first win at a UFC main event and increased his winning streak to six fights. The outcome also led to speculation regarding his next opponent in the ever-more competitive UFC bantamweight division.
The fact that the fight had ended also raised concerns regarding Barcelos' condition. When the match was over, it was reported that he was conscious after having been taken to receive medical treatment.
The fact that Rosas Jr. defeated Barcelos is a significant achievement in his career with the UFC; at the age of 21, he has kept up the development of his striking while at the same time retaining the grappling abilities that had helped establish him as a promising bantamweight prospect.
The fact that he was able to complete a five-round fight and win it under pressure when facing a skilled opponent shows that he has the capacity to compete in such conditions. Rosas Jr.'s six consecutive wins have served to consolidate his position in the division.
It is also important to take into account the circumstances surrounding the end of the fight and Barcelos' medical condition in light of what happened. When considering who Rosas Jr.'s next opponent should be, reference should be made to the recovery of both boxers.
The card included Ailin Perez's decision win against Norma Dumont, Luis Hernandez's quick submission, and a number of exciting preliminary endings as well. Although Rosas Jr. won the bout, the disturbing ending of the main event made Barcelos's condition a major concern afterward.
For those fans who follow the UFC's bantamweight division, Rosas Jr.'s most recent performance marks another important stage in his ascent through the ranks.
Raul Rosas Jr. Beats Raoni Barcelos By Stoppage In The UFC Vegas 121 Main Event.
Rosas Junior won against Barcelos by technical knockout at 1:38 in the fifth round, providing a dramatic conclusion to a competitive bantamweight match.The Mexican-American fighter began in an aggressive manner, displaying better striking and managing to hold his own against the more experienced Brazilian. As the fight went on, Barcelos slowly picked up speed, using his experience and well-judged takedowns to challenge the younger opponent.
Nevertheless, Rosas Jr. kept his cool and continued in the last round. He knocked Barcelos down with a strong slam, leaving the veteran unable to respond. Rosas Jr. at once indicated to the referee, who then halted the match.
It was a major point in Rosas Jr.'s career since it was his first win at a UFC main event and increased his winning streak to six fights. The outcome also led to speculation regarding his next opponent in the ever-more competitive UFC bantamweight division.
The fact that the fight had ended also raised concerns regarding Barcelos' condition. When the match was over, it was reported that he was conscious after having been taken to receive medical treatment.
UFC Vegas 121 Full Results
The event on September 26 included five bouts on the main card and seven preliminary fights. The full results from UFC Vegas 121: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos are as follows.Main Card Results
| Fight | Result |
| Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Raoni Barcelos | Rosas Jr. won by TKO (slam), Round 5, 1:38 |
| Ailin Perez vs. Norma Dumont | Perez won by unanimous decision (29-28 x3) |
| Luis Hernandez vs. Sedriques Dumas | Hernandez won by submission (guillotine choke), Round 1, 0:50 |
| Ilimbek Akylbek vs. Mahammadeli Osmanli | Akylbek won by disqualification, Round 1, 2:19 |
| Tina Black vs. Melissa Amaya | Black won by TKO (strikes), Round 2, 3:19 |
Preliminary Card Results
| Fight | Result |
| Brady Hiestand vs. Rinya Nakamura | Hiestand won by submission (rear-naked choke), Round 2, 4:07 |
| Rodolfo Vieira vs. Robert Bryczek | Vieira won by unanimous decision (30-27 x3) |
| Christian Edwards vs. Rodolfo Bellato | Edwards won by TKO, Round 3, 1:47 |
| Elves Brener vs. Josiah Harrell | Brener won by knockout, Round 1, 4:14 |
| Montel Jackson vs. Ricky Simon | Jackson won by TKO (punches), Round 2, 2:39 |
| Alatengheili vs. John Castaneda | Alatengheili won by split decision |
| Yazmin Jauregui vs. Vanessa Demopoulos | Jauregui won by TKO (punches), Round 1, 1:02 |
UFC Vegas 121 Performance Bonuses
The UFC recognized four fighters for their performances at the event.- Fight of the Night: Raul Rosas Jr. vs. Raoni Barcelos
- Performance of the Night: Luis Hernandez
- Performance of the Night: Yazmin Jauregui
What's Next for Raul Rosas Jr.?
The fact that Rosas Jr. defeated Barcelos is a significant achievement in his career with the UFC; at the age of 21, he has kept up the development of his striking while at the same time retaining the grappling abilities that had helped establish him as a promising bantamweight prospect.
The fact that he was able to complete a five-round fight and win it under pressure when facing a skilled opponent shows that he has the capacity to compete in such conditions. Rosas Jr.'s six consecutive wins have served to consolidate his position in the division.
It is also important to take into account the circumstances surrounding the end of the fight and Barcelos' medical condition in light of what happened. When considering who Rosas Jr.'s next opponent should be, reference should be made to the recovery of both boxers.
Rosas Jr.’s Latest Milestone
At UFC Vegas 121, a memorable main event took place when Raul Rosas Jr. won against Raoni Barcelos by means of a fifth-round TKO on September 26, 2026. This win brought Rosas Jr.'s winning streak to six and represented his first victory in a UFC main event.The card included Ailin Perez's decision win against Norma Dumont, Luis Hernandez's quick submission, and a number of exciting preliminary endings as well. Although Rosas Jr. won the bout, the disturbing ending of the main event made Barcelos's condition a major concern afterward.
For those fans who follow the UFC's bantamweight division, Rosas Jr.'s most recent performance marks another important stage in his ascent through the ranks.
