Yair Rodríguez

Awards & Honours

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Yair Rodríguez's career is defined by moments of brilliance. Winning The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America in 2014 was just the beginning. He has consistently delivered unforgettable performances, earning multiple fight-night bonuses. His 2019 knockout of the Korean Zombie is considered one of the greatest finishes in UFC history. Capturing the interim featherweight title in 2023 validated his status as an elite striker. His willingness to take on all comers and his highlight-reel style have made him a fan favorite for over a decade.

AwardsYair Rodríguez has won several performance-based awards in the UFC, including multiple 'Fight of the Night' and 'Performance of the Night' bonuses. His most significant achievement is winning the interim UFC Featherweight Championship in 2023. He also won The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America in 2014, which launched his UFC career.

Records & Feats

First Mexican to win an interim UFC title

Historic First·2023

Rodríguez became the first Mexican-born fighter to win an interim UFC championship when he defeated Josh Emmett in 2023.