Édgar Cháirez, born on January 27, 1996, in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the flyweight division. Standing at 5’7″ and weighing 126 lbs, he fights out of Entram Gym and holds a record of 12 wins and 6 losses, with 8 submissions and 4 knockouts to his name.
On March 29, 2025, at UFC Mexico City, Cháirez secured a first-round submission victory over C.J. Vergara. The win was particularly emotional for Cháirez, who broke down in tears post-fight, reflecting on his late grandfather’s struggles and his own financial challenges in affording necessary surgeries.
For more insights into his career and personal journey, you can follow him on Instagram at @chairez686.