Watch Mikey Musumeci claim inaugural UFC BJJ bantamweight title with heel hook submission

Mikey Musumeci is officially the face of UFC BJJ.

The first grappling athlete ever signed by the UFC, Musumeci has widely been seen to be the face of the promotion’s push into competitive grappling, and on Wednesday night, he solidified that, claiming the inaugural bantamweight title with a submission victory over Rerisson Gabriel at UFC BJJ 1.

Musumeci, known for his high-octane leg attack game, wasted little time getting his attacks going, forcing multiple leg entanglements and attacking with heel hook attempts. Gabriel showed off admirable defense, stymying Musumeci for the first two rounds. However, in the third round, Musumeci was able to lock in a heel hook, and though Gabriel rolled across the mat, he was unable to escape and was forced to tap.

Check out the full UFC BJJ 1 results below.

135 pounds (UFC BJJ Bantamweight Title Match) – Mikey Musumeci def. Rerisson Gabriel via submission (heel hook) — Round 3

170 pounds (UFC BJJ Welterweight Title Match) – Andrew Tackett def. Andy Varela via submission (rear-naked choke) — Round 1

155 pounds (UFC BJJ Lightweight Title Match) – Carlos Henrique def. Danilo Moreira via submission (armbar) — Round 3

155 pounds – Keith Krikorian def. Joao Assonitis via submission (rear-naked choke) — Round 2

125 pounds – Cassia Moura def Talita Alencar via unanimous decision

205 pounds – Pedro Machado def. Filipe Pimentel via submission (triangle choke) — Round 2

145 pounds – Bella Mir def. Carol Joia via submission (R2, D’Arce choke) | Watch finish

155 pounds – Keven Carrasco def. Ty Costlow via submission (triangle choke) — Round 1