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Raul Rosas Jr. to headline UFC event against Raoni Barcelos in September

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Raul Rosas Jr. to headline UFC event against Raoni Barcelos in September
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Raul Rosas Jr. has been booked to headline his first UFC event on September 26 at Meta Apex in Las Vegas. He will face Raoni Barcelos, who is also headlining for the first time in the UFC. Rosas Jr., at 17 years old, is ranked No. 12 in media rankings, while the 39-year-old Barcelos sits at No. 13. This matchup comes after Rosas Jr.'s recent victory over Rob Font, solidifying his position in the bantamweight division. Barcelos is on a five-fight winning streak, having rebounded with wins over several notable opponents, including Cody Garbrandt. The full card for UFC Vegas 121 has also been announced.

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  • •Rosas Jr. ranked No. 12; Barcelos ranked No. 13 in media rankings.
  • •Event scheduled for September 26 at Meta Apex, Las Vegas.
  • •Rosas Jr. is coming off a victory over Rob Font.
  • •Barcelos on a five-fight winning streak.
  • •Full fight card for UFC Vegas 121 includes multiple matchups.
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Raul Rosas Jr. has his first main event booked in the UFC. On September 26, he takes on veteran Raoni Barcelos in the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Also, for Barcelos, it is his first main event in the UFC. The 39-year-old Brazilian is 18 years older than his opponent, Rosas Jr.The UFC announced the […] The post Raul Rosas Jr. Headlines UFC Event for the First Time in Career appeared first on HEAVY.

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