Rafa Garcia

Rafa Garcia was born on August 5, 1994, in Brawley, United States. Rafa “Gifted” Garcia was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 30 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the lightweight division. He made his Octagon debut 1,355 days ago, on March 13, 2021. Garcia trains at Team Elevation.

When is Rafa Garcia’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵

As of November 2024, Rafa Garcia’s pro record is 16-3-0, with 1 of those wins coming by knockout, 9 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Garcia has fought in over 19 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 7 months ago against Clay Guida at UFC on ESPN 44: Holloway vs. Allen. The fight was on Saturday, April 15, 2023. Rafa Garcia by Decision (Unanimous) in round 3 at 5:00.

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Rafa Garcia’s next fight: PENDING

We will answer the most frequently asked questions about Rafa Garcia below.

Career & History

Rafa Garcia, a seasoned fighter hailing from Brawley, United States, stepped into the octagon most recently on April 15, 2023. There, he showcased his skills by earning a victory through a unanimous decision after three rounds against the experienced Clay Guida at UFC on ESPN.

Before that, on December 17, 2022, Garcia faced Maheshate at UFC Fight Night, where he once again proved his tenacity and clinched another win by unanimous decision. However, his battle at UFC 277 on July 30, 2022, didn’t go in his favor; Drakkar Klose outmaneuvered him, leading to a unanimous decision loss for Garcia.

Earlier in 2022, on April 16, Rafa Garcia demonstrated his grappling prowess at UFC on ESPN by submitting Jesse Ronson with a rear-naked choke late in the second round. This victory was a rebound from two consecutive losses, as Garcia had previously faced defeats in both November 2021 and July 2021 at UFC Fight Night and UFC on ESPN, respectively.

Garcia’s tenacity was on display at UFC Fight Night on November 20, 2021, where he outworked Natan Levy to secure a win by unanimous decision. However, his journey hasn’t been without its setbacks; earlier in March and July of 2021, Garcia was bested by Nasrat Haqparast and Chris Gruetzemacher in fights that went the distance at UFC Fight Night and UFC on ESPN, respectively. With a professional record boasting 16 wins and 3 losses, Garcia’s dedication to the sport of mixed martial arts continues to drive him forward in the competitive landscape.

Rafa Garcia height and weight

Rafa Garcia’s height is 5' 7" (1.70 m). He fights in the lightweight division. Fighters who fight in the lightweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.

Rafa Garcia net worth

Rafa Garcia’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many top-level fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list Rafa Garcia’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.

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How old is Rafa Garcia?

Rafa Garcia’s age is 30 years old. He was born on Friday, August 5, 1994. Rafa is turning 31 years old in .

Where is Rafa Garcia from?

Rafa Garcia was born in Brawley, United States.

What is Rafa Garcia’s reach?

Rafa Garcia’s reach is 70″ and leg reach is 37″.

Where does Rafa Garcia rain?

Rafa Garcia trains at Team Elevation.

Who is Rafa Garcia dating now?

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Rafa Garcia facts

1. Rafa Garcia’s birth sign is Leo.
2. He was born in the Year of the Dog.
3. Rafa’s next birthday is in .
4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Rafa Garcia was born in Millennials Generation (1994).
6. Garcia’s life path number is 9.
7. His ruling planet is Sun.
8. Rafa Garcia’s birth flower is Gladiolus.
9. His birthstone is Peridot and Sardonyx.
10. Garcia has been alive for 11,072 days or 265,733 hours.

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