Charles Rosa (born March 14, 1994) is an American professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He has also fought in regional promotions such as Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA).
Early life and background
Rosa was born in San Francisco, California, United States. He began training in combat sports at a young age, developing skills in wrestling and Brazilian jiu‑jitsu. Rosa holds a purple belt in Brazilian jiu‑jitsu.
Mixed martial arts career
Early career
Rosa made his professional MMA debut in 2013. Over the next several years he compiled a record of 9–2 while competing primarily for regional organizations, including LFA, where he captured the LFA Featherweight Championship.
Ultimate Fighting Championship
Rosa signed with the UFC in 2017. He made his promotional debut at UFC Fight Night: Pettis vs. Moreno on August 5, 2017, losing a unanimous decision to Shane Burgos. Subsequent UFC appearances include victories over John Makdessi (June 2018) and promotional debut win against Jordan Griffin (August 2020). As of the latest available records, Rosa holds a professional record of 12 wins and 5 losses.
Fighting style
Rosa is known for a balanced skill set, combining striking with a grappling foundation derived from wrestling and Brazilian jiu‑jitsu. He often utilizes pressure fighting and has demonstrated proficiency in both stand‑up exchanges and ground control.
Personal life
Information regarding Rosa’s personal life, including education and non‑MMA pursuits, is not widely documented in publicly available reliable sources.