Édgar Cháirez


Édgar José Cháirez Ayala is a Mexican professional mixed martial artist who currently competes in the Flyweight division of Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Mixed martial arts career

Combate Americas

On March 30, 2017, Cháirez faced Oscar Quintero in his Combate Americas debut and won by submission in the first round. Three months later, he faced Erick Villaluz Orellano at Combate Americas 15 and again won by submission, this time in just 18 seconds.
Cháirez subsequently had six more fights, winning four and losing two. Among those victories, his win against Mefi Monterroso on April 9, 2021, stands out.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Cháirez made his promotional debut on July 8, 2023, at UFC 290 against Tatsuro Taira in a catchweight bout at 130 pounds. He lost the fight by unanimous decision.
Cháirez faced Daniel Lacerda on September 16, 2023, at UFC Fight Night 227. He initially won the fight by submitting Lacerda with a rear-naked choke, but the result was changed to a no contest due to a referee error, which sparked controversy.
Cháirez was expected to face Daniel Lacerda again at UFC Fight Night 230, but the fight was canceled due to Lacerda's medical issues after the weigh-in. The rematch was rescheduled for February 24, 2024, at UFC Fight Night 237, which Cháirez won via submission in the first round.
Cháirez was scheduled to face Kevin Borjas on September 14, 2024, at UFC 306, but weeks prior, it was announced that Joshua Van would take Borjas's place for unknown reasons. He lost the fight by unanimous decision.
Cháirez faced C.J. Vergara on March 29, 2025, at UFC on ESPN 64. He won the fight by submission in the first round. This victory earned him the Performance of the Night award.
Cháirez was scheduled to face Alessandro Costa on September 13, 2025, at UFC Fight Night 259. However, he withdrew from the card due to injury, and Alden Coira took his place.
Cháirez is scheduled to face Felipe Bunes on February 28, 2026, at UFC Fight Night 268.

Personal life

Cháirez has also shown his passion for football and is a fan of Club América.

Championships and accomplishments

  • Ultimate Fighting Championship
  • *Performance of the Night

    Mixed martial arts record