There are very few exciting talents in the world of MMA than Raul Rosas Jr. At just 19 years old, the Mexican bantamweight fighter has impressed everyone with his skills. Since making his debut in the UFC in 2022, the teenage sensation has won three out of his four fights and seems to be going in the right direction. While fans have no doubt about his fighting skills, they might be a bit confused about his ‘Chiwiwis’ catchphrase. 

What exactly does this particular sound mean, and why does he do it after his fights? Well, it seems it’s nothing more than a funny word, as explained by the 19-year-old UFC fighter himself.

What is the meaning of ‘Chiwiwis’? UFC star explains

Raul Rosas Jr. was last seen inside the Octagon in June 2024 at UFC Louisville. The youngster took on Ricky Turcios in a highly exciting bantamweight clash. However, ‘El Nino Problema’ once again proved to the world that he is here to stay for the long run. He submitted Turcios in the second round and extended his winning streak in the promotion. What followed was one of the most entertaining post-fight interviews. The fans got to hear the ‘Chiwiwis’ catchphrase, and SportsCenter’s recent Instagram post cleared the air of why Rosas Jr. does that.

The nineteen-year-old said, ” It’s just a saying me and my homie Carlos have”. He further added, ‘It doesn’t have a meaning. It’s just a funny word, you know.” 

Several memes have been created since his famous post-fight interview went viral. It’s very rare for any UFC fighter to come up with such a unique response during their interviews. However, the 19-year-old has been participating in viral memes graciously and recently announced the launch of ‘Chiwiwis’ merchandise via a social media post.

While the teenager has been making headlines on social media one cannot neglect his talent. The Mexican fighter won Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 6, Week 9 to earn himself a UFC contract, and the world started to know about him. However, not many know about his journey to the UFC. As he prepares for his next clash at UFC 306, we take a closer look at his early fighting days.

Raul Rosas Jr.’s early life and background

Raul Rosas Jr. made history in the UFC and MMA world when he took on Jay Perrin in his UFC debut. At just 18 years old, Rosas Jr. made his presence felt with a submission victory in round one against a highly experienced opponent. He even went on to ask the UFC CEO, Dana White, to give him the 50,000 dollars that the promotion traditionally gives to the best performers of the night to buy a van for his mother. He not only got his wish but quickly became the talk of the town for his skills. His journey in MMA began when he was four years old, along with his brother Jesse.

The pair quickly realized that they had the talent to take their game to the next level and started dominating the local circuit. One of the biggest assets for any fighter is their ability to handle pressure during big fights, and it seems Rosas Jr. is a master of it. He takes on opponents who are far more experienced than him but doesn’t get fazed by the hype. ‘El Nino Problema’ will now look to extend his winning run in the UFC as he takes on Aoriqileng in the upcoming UFC 306 event in the Las Vegas Sphere. The 19-year-old has already built up a lot of fan following in his very limited appearances inside the Octagon.

However, the biggest question is whether he can keep his composure in an event as big as this. How highly do you rate Raul Rosas Jr. as a fighter? Is he the best teenager in the world of MMA at the moment? Let us know about your thoughts below.