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Musumeci’s belt goes to Filipino champ, UFC BJJ changes rules after Nicky Rod controversy | UFC BJJ 13

Mikey Musumeci’s UFC BJJ belt now belongs to his Filipino teammate. After relinquishing the title and seemingly ending his serious grappling career, the bantamweight belt was up for grabs at UFC BJJ 13. Two-time IBJJF world champion Jalen Fonacier avenged…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 5:16 AM
Musumeci’s belt goes to Filipino champ, UFC BJJ changes rules after Nicky Rod controversy | UFC BJJ 13
Key Things to Know
  • Jalen Fonacier won the vacant UFC BJJ bantamweight title, while the promotion introduced overtime rules to prevent title draws.
  • William Tackett submitted Jay Rodriguez via rear-naked choke to win the welterweight championship.
  • Nick Rodriguez earned a stoppage victory over Nata Tenca using an arm-triangle choke.
The Story in 60 Seconds

At UFC BJJ 13, Jalen Fonacier defeated Kleber Barboza by decision to claim Mikey Musumeci’s vacant bantamweight belt, becoming the promotion's first Filipino champion. Additionally, UFC BJJ announced a significant rule change barring title bouts from ending in a draw, introducing a three-minute overtime period if scorecards are tied after three rounds following a past controversial draw involving Nick Rodriguez.

In the main event, William Tackett submitted Jay Rodriguez via rear-naked choke to capture the welterweight championship. Nick Rodriguez earned a late arm-triangle submission victory against Nata Tenca, while ADCC champions Jasmine Rocha and Ffion Davies also secured quick submission wins.

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