Musumeci Submits Carrasco in First Round at UFC BJJ 3

LAS VEGAS — Mikey Musumeci extended his undefeated run at UFC BJJ 3 by submitting Kevin Carrasco in the opening round Thursday night at the UFC Apex, capturing the bantamweight title via a “Mikey Lock” at 3:01.

In the co-main event, lightweight champion Carlos Henrique defended his belt against Matheus Gabriel, prevailing by unanimous decision after three rounds.

Main Card Results

• Musumeci def. Carrasco — submission (Mikey Lock), 1st round, 3:01

• Henrique def. Gabriel — unanimous decision

• Samuel Nagai def. Kennedy Maciel — unanimous decision

• Cassia Moura def. Alex Enriquez — unanimous decision

• Jansen Gomes def. Gustavo Batista — unanimous decision

• Andy Murasaki def. Kris Olivio — submission (kimura), 3rd round, 4:38

• Andy Varela def. Daniel Sathler — submission (rear-naked choke), 2nd round, 4:15

• Ana Mayordomo def. Shye Lilly — submission (armbar), 1st round, 4:22

• Jalen Fonacier def. Pedro Nakano — submission (heel hook), 1st round, 1:13

Musumeci entered the night riding a 13-fight win streak.  Carrasco, who had won his two prior matches, earned the title shot but could not avoid defeat.

The event marked UFC’s latest entry into its Brazilian jiu-jitsu–centric series, giving grapplers a platform under the UFC banner.