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BJJ Champion Mesquita Dominates UFC Debut with Submission

10/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Beatriz "Bia" Mesquita, a ten-time Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion, won her Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) debut by submitting Irina Alekseeva with a rear-naked choke in the second round at UFC Rio.
The 34-year-old Mesquita holds an undefeated 5-0 record and transitioned from elite Brazilian jiu-jitsu to mixed martial arts.
Irina Alekseeva suffered her third consecutive loss, raising questions about her UFC future.

History

Historical Context

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was founded in 1993 by Rorion Gracie and Art Davie to showcase Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) against other martial arts. Royce Gracie's victories in early tournaments highlighted BJJ's effectiveness, leading to its integration into mixed martial arts. Beatriz Mesquita's recent win at UFC Rio continues this legacy, reflecting BJJ's significant influence on the sport's evolution.

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Story summary

Beatriz "Bia" Mesquita, a ten-time Brazilian jiu-jitsu world champion, won her Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) debut by submitting Irina Alekseeva with a rear-naked choke in the second round at UFC Rio.
The 34-year-old Mesquita holds an undefeated 5-0 record and transitioned from elite Brazilian jiu-jitsu to mixed martial arts.
Irina Alekseeva suffered her third consecutive loss, raising questions about her UFC future.

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