Mikey Musumeci Quickly Submits Opponent to Defend UFC BJJ 3 Title

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Mikey Musumeci Quickly Submits Opponent to Defend UFC BJJ 3 Title

Mikey Musumeci successfully defended his UFC BJJ bantamweight championship against Keven Carrasco on Thursday night. Musumeci, a four-time IBJJF world champion, showcased his skill by submitting Carrasco quickly. Notably, Carrasco entered the match with a perfect record of 2-0 in UFC grappling events.

Mikey Musumeci’s Championship Defense

The match began with Musumeci displaying his agility, bouncing on one leg reminiscent of the iconic Karate Kid stance. He quickly pulled guard, leading to an exchange on the ground. When Carrasco attempted to disengage, Musumeci seized an opportunity for a leg lock. Moments later, he executed a Mikey lock, forcing Carrasco to tap out.

Co-Main Event Highlights

The co-main event featured Carlos Henrique defending his lightweight title against Matheus Gabriel. Gabriel, a three-time IBJJF world champion, made an early push with an armbar attempt. However, Henrique stayed ahead throughout the match and successfully defended his title by decision, despite Gabriel’s heel hook attempts.

Notable Matches

Samuel Nagai: The 2023 IBJJF world champion defeated Kennedy Maciel, the son of Rubens Charles “Cobrinha.”
Jansen Gomes vs. Gustavo Batista: Gomes tied his personal score against Batista in a closely contested match, winning by unanimous decision.
Early Finishes: Jalen Fonacier and Ana Mayordomo secured first-round submissions against Pedro Nakano and Shye Lilly, respectively.

Upcoming Events and Card Details

Looking ahead, UFC BJJ 4 is scheduled for December 11 in Las Vegas. This event will coincide with the final UFC event of the year.

Confirmed Matches for UFC BJJ 4

Headliner: Andrew Tackett (opponent TBD)
William Tackett vs. Ronaldo Junior
Bella Mir vs. Rana Willink
Renato Canuto vs. Elijah Dorsey

With the impressive performances and exciting matchups, UFC BJJ continues to elevate the competitive landscape in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Fans can look forward to more thrilling contests following Musumeci’s dominant title defense.