Welcome to the live blog for the UFC Mexico event featuring the bantamweight match between Raul Rosas Jr. and Vince Morales, a key fight on the main card this Saturday at CDMX Arena in Mexico City.
Raul Rosas Jr. quickly became a notable figure after signing with the UFC at just 18 years old, following an impressive victory on the Contender Series. As the youngest competitor on the UFC roster, Rosas demonstrated his potential by securing a first-round submission win against Jay Perrin in his debut. Despite a setback in his subsequent fight against Christian Rodriguez, “El Niño Problema” has since achieved three consecutive victories, solidifying his status as a serious contender in the 135-pound division.
Vince Morales, who previously competed in Bellator, initially missed the opportunity to join the UFC through the Contender Series in 2018, but later entered the promotion that same year, experiencing a debut loss to Song Yadong. Morales` record in the promotion was 3-4 before his release in 2022. However, he rebounded with five consecutive wins outside the UFC, earning another invitation to the octagon last year. Unfortunately, his return has been challenging, marked by two consecutive losses. Morales now faces a crucial fight this Saturday, where a defeat could result in his departure from the promotion once again.
Follow the live blog below for real-time updates on the Raul Rosas Jr. versus Vince Morales fight.