Nationality American Reach 69.0 in (175 cm) Role Mixed Martial Artist | Height 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) Name Charles Rosa | |
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Weight 145 lb (66 kg; 10 st 5 lb) Division FeatherweightLightweightWelterweight Siblings Vincent Rosa, Dominick Rosa Profiles | ||
Charles rosa mma highlights
Charles Rosa (born August 24, 1986) is an American professional mixed martial artist currently competing in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Contents
- Charles rosa mma highlights
- Charles rosa interview
- Background
- Early career
- Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Championships and accomplishments
- References
Charles rosa interview
Background
Born and raised in Peabody, Massachusetts, Rosa's father, grandfather, and uncle were all professional boxers. Growing up, Rosa played football, hockey, lacrosse, and also trained in karate. Rosa continued playing lacrosse at Johnson & Wales University, where he also earned a degree in the culinary arts. After two of his brothers died from drug overdoses, Rosa later relocated to Florida, where he began to train in mixed martial arts at American Top Team.
Early career
Rosa compiled an amateur MMA record of 11-2 and made his professional debut in 2012 competing in regional promotions across the Northeastern United States. He compiled an undefeated record of 9-0, finishing all of his opponents before signing with the UFC in the summer of 2014.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Rosa made his promotional debut as a short notice replacement against Dennis Siver on October 4, 2014 at UFC Fight Night 53, replacing an injured Robert Whiteford. Siver won the back and forth fight via unanimous decision. Subsequently, both participants earned Fight of the Night honors.
Rosa faced Sean Soriano on January 18, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 59. Rosa won the bout via submission in the third round.
Rosa then faced Yair Rodriguez on June 13, 2015 at UFC 188. He lost the fight by split decision. Despite the loss, Rosa also earned Rodriguez his second Fight of the Night bonus award.
Rosa is expected to face Jimy Hettes on January 17, 2016 at UFC Fight Night 81.