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Dana White’s Contender Series has brought in a plethora of talent into the organization. The UFC doesn’t lack prospects, as the roster is deep in every weight class. However, White made history with his latest signing, as Raul Rosas Jr. becomes the youngest fighter to ever sign to the UFC.
Dana White Can’t Get Enough Of Rising UFC Prospect Raul Rosas Jr.
After putting on a spectacular performance, White pulled the trigger and signed Raul Rosas Jr. to the UFC. Rosas is just 17-years old, making him a young phenom for MMA fans to get excited about. Dana White is already thrilled with this kid, as the UFC president hypes up the prospect during his contract announcement.
The new youngest fighter in UFC history! Welcome to the roster Raul Rosas Jr. 👏 #DWCS pic.twitter.com/tORtYkCdv9
— UFC (@ufc) September 21, 2022
Dana White couldn’t help but continue hyping up Rosas afterwards. He claims that multiple fighters were reaching out to express their bewilderment of the 17-year old fighter. Turns out, this kid might be the real deal.
UFC President Dana White was "very very impressed" with "special" Raul Rosas Jr.'s performance on #DWCS 👀 pic.twitter.com/K9XSz53EJj
— UFC (@ufc) September 21, 2022
On top of that, Raul Rosas Jr. has some big goals ahead. Not only is he the youngest fighter to sign with the organization, but he aims to be the youngest champion in UFC history as well, per MMA Junkie.
"I will become the youngest UFC champion": 17-year-old Raul Rosas Jr. makes a BOLD statement after being signed by Dana White.#DWCS | Full video: https://t.co/IqEv9032s2 pic.twitter.com/eH9shhh2c9
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) September 21, 2022
Before entering Dana White’s Contender Series, Rosas had five fights under his belt. Thanks to Spinnin Backfist, you can watch some of his best highlights.
Raul Rosas Jr. 5-0. 5 finishes. 17 years old. pic.twitter.com/NhDPug9Apx
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) September 20, 2022
This prospect is clearly a submission artist early in his career. Especially considering he nearly pulled off a crazy Suloev stretch on his opponent in Dana White’s Contender Series.
This Suloev stretch attempt by Raul Rosas Jr. was naaaaasty 👀 #DWCS pic.twitter.com/P2SUoluoAu
— UFC (@ufc) September 21, 2022
This is just the beginning for Raul Rosas Jr. He seems to have all of the talent in the world and at just 17 years old, he has the potential to be a driving force in the MMA world. No wonder Dana White can’t get enough of this kid!
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