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Mikey Musumeci vacates UFC BJJ bantamweight title
Overview
Following his decision to transition from grappling to mixed martial arts (MMA), Mikey Musumeci has officially vacated his UFC BJJ bantamweight championship. On October 9, 2026, the 30-year-old specialist stated he is prioritizing MMA training at this stage of his career.
While Musumeci intends to continue daily jiu-jitsu training and remains open to grappling super fights to “attract more viewers to the sport,” he will no longer defend his title. This vacancy has altered the lineup for the UFC BJJ 13 event on October 29, where Jalen Fonacier and Kleber Barboza are now scheduled to compete for the vacant championship.
Musumeci, a decorated athlete with four IBJJF world championships and multiple titles from ONE Championship, had not lost a match in his weight category for nearly a decade.
Entities
Bryce Mitchell · Mikey Musumeci · Las Vegas · UFC · Jay Rodriguez
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 3 sourcesMikey Musumeci vacates UFC BJJ bantamweight title
Mikey Musumeci has vacated his UFC BJJ bantamweight title to prioritize training for a move into mixed martial arts.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesMikey Musumeci announces plans for MMA transition and UFC flyweight goal
BJJ champion Mikey Musumeci plans to transition to MMA, aiming to win the UFC flyweight championship after defeating Bryce Mitchell in a grappling match.
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[SPORTS] 5 sourcesBryce Mitchell defeats Mikey Musumeci at UFC BJJ 11
Bryce Mitchell defeated Mikey Musumeci via decision at UFC BJJ 11 in Las Vegas. Musumeci dominated grappling under special no-leg-lock rules but could not finish the fight. Jay Rodriguez also won by submission.
Sources
boxingnews.com · essentiallysports.com · lowkickmma.com · middleeasy.com · mmafighting.com · mmamania.com · thebodylockmma.com
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