The UFC returns to Mexico City this weekend for another action-packed event with an exciting array of fights. Former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg will face off in the night’s main event. But the spotlight seems to be on the bantamweight bout between rising prospect Raul Rosas Jr. and seasoned fighter Vince Morales.

This fight is vital, not only for the bantamweight rankings but also for Rosas Jr.’s future in the division. The 19-year-old has already hinted at a potential move up to featherweight, making each of his 135-pound bouts even more intriguing. But who has the size advantage between these two competitors? Let’s break down their height, reach, and walk-around weight to see who the numbers are backing.

Rosas Jr. vs. Morales height and reach comparison

Raul Rosas Jr. has progressed fast through the UFC ranks, establishing himself as one of the promotion’s most promising young fighters. From the moment he made his debut as a teenager, ‘El Nino Problema’ showed an aggressive, high-pressure style, relying on his remarkable grappling abilities to dominate inside the Octagon. Standing 5’9″ with a 67-inch reach, the 19-year-old bantamweight has a bigger build than many of his division opponents. This muscular advantage allows him to control the fight, whether by striking from range or securing submissions on the ground. Despite his natural reach, Rosas Jr. may find himself at a disadvantage this time now. Why? Well. that’s because his opponent has an unexpected advantage in reach.

Although he is two inches shorter at 5’7″, Vince Morales has an unexpected advantage where it counts the most—reach. With a 70-inch wingspan, ‘Vandetta’ has a three-inch edge over Rosas Jr., which could be vital in striking exchanges. A longer reach enables the fighter to dictate the tempo while keeping opponents at bay with clean punches and well-timed counters. However, Rosas Jr. is not the sort to let reach determine his strategy. His height and relentless grappling may negate Morales’ advantage, as he attempts to close the distance and drag the fight to the ground. While ‘El Nino Problema’ has the advantage in height, Morales’ longer reach might make for an interesting tactical duel. The question still remains: who has the weight advantage?

Who weighs more, Raul Rosas Jr. or Vince Morales?

Raul Rosas Jr. and Vince Morales may weigh in at 135 pounds, but fight night is a different thing. Walk-around weight—a fighter’s normal weight outside of camp—can be an important factor when evaluating physical advantages inside the Octagon. Some fighters lose significant amounts of weight before weigh-ins, only to rehydrate and regain size once they enter the cage. Rosas Jr. may face a pressing challenge here. ‘El Nino Problema’ has already stated that his days as a bantamweight may be numbered. As his body grows, losing weight to 135 pounds becomes more difficult, making a future transition to featherweight (145 pounds) appear inevitable. While he is now below the bantamweight limit, his long-term physical growth may influence how he fares against opponents who find it easier to maintain the weight cut.

Rosas Jr.’s natural size makes him one of the division’s heavier bantamweights, likely weighing 150 to 155 pounds outside of fight camp. However, his opponent, Vince Morales, is no stranger to the harsh weight-cutting regimen. Despite his height of 5’7″, ‘Vandetta’ has a more muscular build that allows him to gain weight. He normally weighs between 155 and 160 pounds before beginning his weight cut to 135. This slight but significant weight difference could give Morales an advantage in physical exchanges. Fighters who rehydrate properly after weigh-ins frequently regain strength and stamina, making them more effective in clinch clashes and grappling scrambles. If Morales can fully recover and exploit his increased size, he might provide a challenge to Rosas Jr., who is already eyeing a move to featherweight.

While the two fighters will weigh the same on the scales, Morales’ inherent mass may provide him a durability advantage. Rosas Jr.’s speed, technical abilities, and aggressive grappling, on the other hand, could help neutralize any size differences, providing for an exciting stylistic clash.