Edgar Cháirez Record: 14-6-0

Fighting Style and Attributes

Chairez fights as a technician first and foremost, with his primary weapons being his submission game and wrestling. Of his twelve professional victories, eight have come by submission, indicating a fighter who has built his identity around ground control and positional dominance. Four knockout victories show he's not exclusively a grappler—his striking can finish fights when the opportunity presents itself. Chairez's primary strength lies in his ability to close distance safely and initiate grappling exchanges on favorable terms. Once on the ground, he demonstrates excellent positional awareness and the patience necessary to set up submissions without forcing them prematurely.

Career Highlights

• Combate Global Flyweight Championship – Before entering the UFC, Chairez proved his elite status by capturing the Combate Global title, establishing himself as a legitimate champion at the regional level and earning the competition level necessary to compete with UFC-caliber opposition.
• Submission Victory over Daniel Lacerda (February 2024) – Chairez submitted Lacerda in the first round via submission in a rematch, proving he could defeat the same opponent twice and demonstrating improvement between encounters.
• Recent Submission Victory over C.J. Vergara (March 2025) – Chairez continued his submission-heavy finishing trend with a first-round submission of Vergara, maintaining his status as a dangerous finisher despite competing at the UFC level.

Edgar “Puro Chicali” Chairez represents the modern Mexican flyweight pipeline—a fighter developed in regional promotions like Combate Global who uses that experience as a foundation for UFC competition. His submission-heavy finishing style and championship pedigree from the regional scene make him a formidable opponent for any flyweight in the world.