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Featherweight Division

Not Fighting

"Tachidito"

Jessie Rosas

Featherweight Division

8-1-0 (W-L-D)

2

Wins by Knockout

4

Wins by Submission

5

First Round Finishes

Jessie Rosas

Info

Learn more about Jessie Rosas' UFC history, fighter facts, and Q&A below.

Status
Not Fighting
Place of Birth
Clovis, United States
Fighting style
Grappler
Age
23
Height
67.50
Weight
135.00
Octagon Debut
Aug. 8, 2026
Reach
68.00
Leg reach
39.00
  • Pro since June 2022 (win via DQ, Illegal Knee)
     
  • 3-fight win streak, last and only loss came in March 2024
     
  • Coming off a title fight win with UWC (Ultimate Warrior Challenge) in Mexico in June
     
  • Two wins by KO, four by submission (Armbar x2, Arm Triangle, Anaconda)
     
  • Five first-round finishes, one fifth-round finish
     
  • Just had a child with his girlfriend Jazmine
     
  • Older brother Kevin is also a fighter, 6-2 record

UFC Fight Night (8/8/26) Rosas makes his UFC debut against Miles Johns

What does it mean for you to fight for the UFC? Fighting in the UFC is a dream come true but just the beginning.

Who is your favorite fighter and why? My favorite fighter is Ilia Topuria right now because of the way he finishes fights.

Do you have any heroes outside of fighting?  I have my family as my heroes outside of fighting.

What are your current ranks in martial arts? Purple belt in BJJ

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? 2019 youth MMA silver medalist and UWC Champion

Beyond money or a championship, what motivates you?  My family motivates me with my newborn baby.

What was your job before you started fighting? Farming

Favorite grappling technique: Rear naked choke

Favorite Striking technique: 1-2 kick to the leg 

Tell us about your life outside of fighting:  I have a girlfriend named Jazmine with a newborn kid named Alejandro. My favorite hobbies are going out to eat, exploring and staying home and watching movies. I love tacos al pastor so let’s see who can recommend the best spots!