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Jiu-Jitsu King Mikey Musumeci Eyes MMA Debut
9 Oct
Summary
- Mikey Musumeci vacates UFC BJJ bantamweight title to pursue MMA.
- He plans to continue competing in UFC BJJ super fights.
- Jalen Fonacier will compete for the vacant bantamweight title.
Mikey Musumeci has announced he is vacating his UFC BJJ bantamweight title to prioritize a move into mixed martial arts. The decorated jiu-jitsu athlete expressed his obsession with training MMA, stating he is 30 years old and wants to dedicate his focus to this new chapter. Despite vacating the belt, Musumeci confirmed he will continue to compete in grappling super fights with UFC BJJ.
The promotion confirmed Musumeci's decision, highlighting his undefeated streak in the bantamweight category for nearly a decade. His decision to transition away from serious BJJ competition raises questions about UFC BJJ's matchmaking for the champion during his tenure. As Musumeci vacates, his teammate, Jalen Fonacier, a two-time IBJJF world champion, is set to compete for the vacant UFC BJJ bantamweight title against Kleber Barboza.
Fonacier, who holds a 4-0 record with UFC BJJ, will vie for the championship that Musumeci has relinquished. Other notable grappling stars, including Nick Rodriguez and Ffion Davies, are also scheduled to compete at UFC BJJ 13 on October 29. This event will feature the title bout between Fonacier and Barboza.
