Raul Rosas Jr. to Face Clay Guida at RAF 15
The matchup is scheduled for November 28, 2026, at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Raul Rosas Jr. will make his RAF debut against veteran Clay Guida on November 28, 2026. The promotion officially announced the bout on Friday for the upcoming RAF 15 event at the NOW Arena.
Why it matters
The matchup represents a high-profile test for the young Rosas, who continues to build his momentum in professional combat sports. His opponent, a UFC Hall of Fame member, brings extensive experience despite his retirement from active MMA competition in 2024.
Rosas enters the bout at 22 years old and has recorded five combat sports bookings in 2026, while 44-year-old Guida brings a career history that includes 60 total professional bouts.
The players
Raul Rosas Jr.
He is a 22-year-old fighter who rose to prominence after securing a UFC contract at the age of 17.
Clay Guida
He is a 44-year-old fighter who was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2019 and previously competed in 37 UFC bouts.
Anthony Pettis
He is a professional fighter scheduled to appear on the same RAF 15 event card.
Donald Cerrone
He is a veteran fighter paired against Anthony Pettis for the upcoming card in Hoffman Estates.
The details
Rosas earned his first UFC contract at age 17 and has since secured six consecutive wins within that promotion. The event will be broadcast live on Fox Nation as part of an RAF 15 card that also features a fight between Anthony Pettis and Donald Cerrone.
Timeline
Clay Guida was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2019.
Clay Guida retired from MMA competition in 2024.
Raul Rosas Jr. defeated Khasan Magomedsharipov in July 2026.
RAF 15 is set to take place on November 28, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This booking changes the landscape of RAF 15 by elevating its status through the inclusion of a high-profile UFC Hall of Fame member. The event positions the promotion to draw significant interest as it pits a rising star against a retired legend.
Local fans in Hoffman Estates can access the live broadcast of the event exclusively via Fox Nation. The card features multiple high-profile veteran matchups that could influence future booking trends in the regional promotion.
The takeaway
This bout highlights the ongoing trend of veteran fighters leveraging their career achievements for exhibition-style promotional events. Spectators should look for how the vast age gap between the 22-year-old and 44-year-old competitors plays into the tactical approach during the fight.
Further reading
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