Joselyne Edwards vs Karol Rosa — Fight recap

Karol Rosa defeated Joselyne Edwards by unanimous decision over three rounds on February 6, 2021, at UFC Fight Night. Rosa's grappling control proved decisive, landing 57 significant strikes at 67% accuracy while securing four of six takedown attempts and accumulating 11:13 of control time.

Edwards countered with 38 significant strikes at 64% accuracy, including 12 leg strikes, but managed only one successful takedown and minimal control at 0:02. Rosa's superior wrestling and ground positioning, combined with her accuracy on leg strikes (15 of 19), neutralized Edwards' striking output and dictated the pace throughout the bout.

The unanimous decision reflected Rosa's dominant control metrics and grappling superiority in a matchup where wrestling proved more valuable than striking volume. Rosa's performance solidified her standing in the featherweight division while Edwards faced questions about her ability to handle top-tier grappling.