When Jon Jones vacated the heavyweight title, the throne didn’t stay empty for long. Tom Aspinall seized the opportunity, capturing the interim belt and later being recognized as the undisputed champion — a moment that marked the rise of a new era in the division. Since then, he’s worn the crown with quiet confidence, waiting for the moment to defend it on the biggest stage possible. Now that time has come.
At UFC 321 inside Etihad Arena, Aspinall faces the technical brilliance of Ciryl Gane, one of the most precise and composed strikers in the sport. It’s a battle between raw athleticism and refined skill — a heavyweight chess match with knockout power behind every move. The question looms large over Yas Island: will Aspinall continue his reign as the heavyweight king, or will Gane reclaim glory and usher in a new champion under the Abu Dhabi lights?
UFC #321 ASPINALL VS GANE
UFC 321 hits Etihad Arena on Yas Island with a stacked card under the Abu Dhabi lights. Heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall defends his crown against the slick and technical Ciryl Gane, in a clash of speed, precision, and power.
In the co-main, Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba meet again for the vacant strawweight title — two elite grapplers turned complete fighters set to prove who’s evolved most.
Also on deck: Nurmagomedov vs. Bautista, Volkov vs. Almeida, and Rakic vs. Murzakanov, each with major divisional stakes. Expect fireworks — UFC 321 is built for statement wins.
UFC BJJ: The Ground Game Takes Center Stage
For years, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has been the quiet killer behind the chaos of MMA — the art that ends wars without bloodshed. Now, it’s stepping out of the shadows. With UFC BJJ, the organization pulls the gloves off and gives grapplers their own arena, their own spotlight, and their own stage to make history.
This isn’t the Octagon as we know it — it’s a new battleground where control, composure, and creativity decide who walks away victorious. Legends and rising stars from the gi and no-gi worlds are clashing under a fast-paced, submission-driven format that keeps the scrambles alive and the crowd on edge.
From world champions to underground killers chasing recognition, UFC BJJ is where technique meets tension — and where the next evolution of combat begins.
UFC BJJ 3: MUSUMECI VS CARRASCO
The night belonged to Mikey Musumeci. In the main event, the bantamweight champion wasted no time, dropping into his signature guard game and securing his trademark “Mikey Lock” heel hook on Keven Carrasco in the first round to defend his belt in dominant fashion. From the moment he hopped on one leg in a playful Karate Kid-style stance, the fight felt predetermined—Musumeci’s technique simply overshadowed his opponent.
But Musumeci wasn’t the only one making statements. The co-main saw Carlos Henrique retain his lightweight title via unanimous decision over Matheus Gabriel, proving his game-plan and finish-threats are every bit as polished as the champ’s. Meanwhile the prelims delivered fire too: young grapplers like Jalen Fonacier and Ana Mayordomo locked in lightning-fast subs, injecting urgent energy into the card and underlining that this grappling series is more than just title bouts—it’s a breeding ground for the next generation of ground warriors.
UFC BJJ 2: TACKETT VS CANUTO
The spotlight at UFC BJJ 2 belonged to the newly crowned welterweight king Andrew Tackett. In the main event he faced veteran submission artist Renato Canuto, and delivered a grinding, elite-level performance. After exchanging takedowns and submission threats, Tackett edged ahead, passed guard, locked in a powerful D-arce choke at 4:52 of Round 1 and forced the tap. His ability to chain transitions—from guard, to side control, to mount—proved what makes him special on the mat.
But the night wasn’t just about one dominant display. The event delivered mouth-watering moments across the board: newcomer William Tackett (Andrew’s brother) rumbled through his debut with a first-round rear-naked choke over Kyle Chambers. Meanwhile at light-heavyweight, Mason Fowler stamped his name in bold letters by becoming the inaugural champion in that division, submitting David Garmo in the first round. Submission after submission lit up the card, proving UFC BJJ isn’t just a novelty—it’s a serious grappling arena where chaos meets control.
UFC BJJ 1: MUSUMECI VS GABRIEL
History was made when UFC BJJ 1 hit the mats, and all eyes were on Mikey Musumeci, the face of modern jiu-jitsu. Calm, calculated, and surgical as ever, Musumeci showcased why he’s one of the most technical grapplers alive. From the opening exchange, he controlled distance with seamless guard work, setting traps like a chess master two moves ahead. After testing his opponent’s defense with multiple entries, Musumeci locked in his signature outside heel hook late in the fight, forcing the tap and claiming the inaugural bantamweight title. It wasn’t just a win — it was a statement that this new UFC BJJ stage belongs to the pure technicians who can end a match with the slightest angle and perfect timing.
The rest of the night only reinforced that energy. Andrew Tackett claimed gold at welterweight with a crushing rear-naked choke finish, while Carlos Henrique became the lightweight champion after pulling off a slick armbar in the third. Rising names like Bella Mir and Cassia Moura delivered breakout performances, proving that the next generation of submission artists are ready to carry the torch. UFC BJJ 1 wasn’t just a debut — it was a declaration that jiu-jitsu’s spotlight has finally arrived, and it’s shining brighter than ever.
