Raúl Rosas Jr. beats Raoni Barcelos by TKO in round 5 at UFC Vegas 121
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Raúl Rosas Jr. stopped Raoni Barcelos by TKO in the fifth round at UFC Vegas 121, moving to 13-1 in a bantamweight contest that went the distance before the finish. The Mexican prospect imposed his game late, forcing the stoppage at 1:38 of the final frame to claim his third knockout victory.
How it ended
Rosas Jr. found the finish with less than ninety seconds remaining in a scheduled five-rounder, ending matters at 1:38 of round five. The TKO marked his third career stoppage and came after nearly twenty-four minutes of action between the bantamweights.
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Updated records
- Raoni Barcelos — 0-1
- Raúl Rosas Jr. — 13-1 (3 KO)
What's next
Rosas Jr. improves to 13-1 and continues his ascent in the bantamweight ranks with another finish on his record. Barcelos falls to 0-1 after the setback, his first professional defeat, and will regroup following the late stoppage loss.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Raoni Barcelos vs Raúl Rosas Jr.?
Raúl Rosas Jr. defeated Raoni Barcelos by TKO in round 5 at UFC Vegas 121.
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How did Raoni Barcelos vs Raúl Rosas Jr. end?
The fight ended by TKO in round 5 at 1:38.
What's Raúl Rosas Jr.'s record now?
Raúl Rosas Jr. now stands at 13-1 (3 KO).
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