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UFC BJJ bantamweight champ Mikey Musumeci posted his foot-lock submission clip and fired back at Dillon Danis’s trash talk, proposing they settle it with a grappling match, while Musumeci also teased a future grappling bout with Arman Tsarukyan.
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan and middleweight Shara Magomedov are set to face off in a submission-only grappling match in Yerevan, Armenia, with a side bet involving an apartment and a Rolex on the line, amid a tense buildup including a heated press conference.
UFC champion Alex Pereira has accepted a challenge from Khamzat Chimaev to fight in Brazilian jiu-jitsu or grappling, with Pereira offering to donate all proceeds to charity, and Chimaev quickly responded positively, setting the stage for a potentially exciting match.
Mikey Musumeci successfully defended his UFC BJJ bantamweight title with a quick submission using his signature move, continuing his undefeated streak since 2021. The event featured notable matches including Carlos Henrique's decision win and a close contest between Jansen Gomes and Gustavo Batista. UFC BJJ 4 is scheduled for December in Las Vegas, with Andrew Tackett headlining.
Arman Tsarukyan dominated Benson Henderson in a grappling match at the Absolute Championship of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 18, finishing Henderson with an arm-triangle choke in the final minute, showcasing his youth and speed advantage.
Arman Tsarukyan, a top UFC lightweight contender, recently won a high-profile grappling match against former champion Benson Henderson with an arm triangle choke, continuing his successful run in submission grappling while awaiting his next UFC fight after a back injury delayed his scheduled bout with Islam Makhachev.
Craig Jones announced his retirement after his upcoming match at the Craig Jones Invitational, leading to a fiery response from Gordon Ryan who criticized the B-Team's leadership and direction, hinting at a rebrand and internal conflicts within the team.
The UFC has signed Marcus ‘Buchecha’ Almeida, a renowned grappler and former ONE Championship fighter, to make his MMA debut against Martin Buday at UFC Abu Dhabi, amid a busy fight card featuring top contenders and title eliminators.
UFC BJJ 1 marked the launch of UFC's own competitive grappling league, featuring title fights for bantamweight, welterweight, and lightweight belts, with Mikey Musumeci winning the bantamweight title in the main event, along with several other bouts showcasing rising talent in the sport.
Merab Dvalishvili is confident in Aljamain Sterling's grappling skills as Sterling prepares to face Movsar Evloev at UFC 310. Dvalishvili, known for his own grappling prowess, praised Sterling's strength and control during their training sessions, suggesting Sterling is well-prepared to challenge the undefeated Evloev. Despite being an underdog, Sterling is determined to prove himself in this high-stakes matchup.
Marcin Tybura secured a victory over Tai Tuivasa in the UFC Vegas 88 main event with a rear-naked choke, marking his third win in four fights while Tuivasa has now suffered four straight losses. Fellow fighters reacted on social media, with Megan Anderson praising Tybura's smart gameplan and others discussing the controversial eye poke incident and the close fight between Christian Rodriguez and Isaac Dulgarian.
The UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6 featured a stacked card with grappling superstars Craig Jones, Rafael Lovato, Nicky Rodriguez, and Roberto Jimenez. Light heavyweight Jamahal Hill discussed his upcoming title bout against Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 300, while former Pride FC middleweight champion Wanderlei Silva was named to the UFC Hall of Fame Pioneer Wing.
The UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6 in Mexico City features a stacked card with grappling superstars like Craig Jones, Rafael Lovato, Nicky Rodriguez, and Roberto Jimenez. Light heavyweight Jamahal Hill discusses his upcoming title bout against Alex Pereira in the main event of UFC 300, while former Pride FC middleweight champion Wanderlei Silva is named to the UFC Hall of Fame Pioneer Wing.
Renato Moicano returned from a long layoff to defeat Drew Dober in the UFC Vegas 85 co-main event with a dominant grappling performance, securing his second win in a row. Despite Dober's heavy punches and a cut over Moicano's eye, the Brazilian controlled the fight with takedowns and ground and pound, showcasing his resilience after a year-plus absence due to a knee injury.
Grant Dawson, an undefeated contender in the UFC, will face Bobby Green in the main event of UFC Vegas 80. Despite his impressive grappling skills and nine-fight win streak, Dawson remains relatively unknown to many fight fans. While his striking is not his strongest suit, Dawson's power and ability to mix in kicks have allowed him to hold his own on the feet. His wrestling is a standout aspect of his game, as he excels in chain wrestling and has a knack for turning bad positions into successful takedowns. In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Dawson's focus is on taking the back and securing submissions, with the rear naked choke being his go-to finish. However, his reliance on the body triangle can be physically draining, and he has shown signs of fatigue in longer fights. The upcoming bout against Green will be a test for Dawson to showcase his skills and potentially expose any weaknesses.