Get ready for an explosive night of UFC BJJ action! The highly anticipated Musumeci vs. Montague showdown is here, and it's set to ignite the MMA world.
MMA Fighting brings you all the latest results from UFC BJJ 5, featuring an action-packed card at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. In the main event, the spotlight shines on Mikey Musumeci, the UFC BJJ bantamweight champion, as he defends his title against the formidable Shay Montague. With a perfect 2-0 record in UFC BJJ, Musumeci aims for his second championship defense, while Montague makes his promotional debut, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this highly anticipated bout.
But here's where it gets controversial... In the co-main event, the UFC BJJ middleweight title is up for grabs as Ronaldo Souza Junior, the inaugural 185-pound champion, faces off against Tarik Hopstock, a world champion from Norway making his UFC BJJ debut. Souza Junior's unanimous decision win over William Tackett in December solidified his claim to the title, but Hopstock's arrival on the scene promises an exciting challenge. Who will emerge victorious and claim the middleweight crown?
And this is the part most people miss... UFC BJJ 5 also features a stacked undercard with some incredible matchups. From the explosive encounter between Nicholas Meregali and Nicholas Maglicic to the highly anticipated clash between Andy Murasaki and Andy Varela, these bouts will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Don't miss out on the action! Watch the event live and free above at 8 p.m. ET. Below, you'll find the full results of UFC BJJ 5, including the main card and some of the most thrilling undercard bouts.
Main Card (MMA Fighting LIVE now):
- Mikey Musumeci vs. Shay Montague
- Ronaldo Souza Junior vs. Tarik Hopstock
- Nicholas Meregali vs. Nicholas Maglicic
- Andy Murasaki vs. Andy Varela
- Taylor Hishaw vs. Rebeca Lima
- Jonnatas Gracie vs. Yan Lucas
- Landon Elmore vs. Rerisson Gabriel
- Mona Bailey vs. Carol Brunacio
- Jalen Fonacier defeats Carlos Oliveira via inside heel hook in round 1
Get ready for an evening filled with thrilling submissions, incredible displays of skill, and the raw intensity of UFC BJJ. Who will walk away as champions? Find out and join the discussion! What are your predictions for these epic matchups? Let us know in the comments below!
