Mikey Musumeci shocked everyone with his decision to leave ONE FC, but just days after signing with the UFC he revealed that the UFC plans to dominate Jiu-Jitsu, as the world’s biggest MMA organization has looked to expand into professional BJJ and change its landscape forever!
UFC Grappling League: A Game-Changer for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Mikey Musumeci, one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s brightest stars, recently spilled details about a groundbreaking UFC initiative that could revolutionize the grappling world. According to Musumeci, the UFC is set to launch a brand-new grappling league, positioning itself to dominate the sport in the same way it has with MMA.
“They’re aiming to sign everyone,” Musumeci said, revealing the league’s ambitious scope. “The UFC plans to grow jiu-jitsu far beyond its current pace, creating a unified platform that eliminates the randomness and lack of professionalism plaguing many tournaments today.”
This new approach also comes with massive perks for athletes. Musumeci described his contract as the best deal of his life, hinting that future generations of grapplers could finally achieve financial stability in the sport.
“For now, we’re just doing the Fight Pass Invitationals,” Musumeci said hinting at a UFC BJJ takeover. “UFC has very big plans for grappling. I don’t think I’m allowed to talk about them yet. Just know that there’s very big plans for grappling coming from the UFC.”
Fixing BJJ’s Issues: Shady Promoters and Steroid Problems
Musumeci didn’t shy away from addressing the darker side of the sport. He criticized “shady promoters” and their questionable business practices, adding that many events lack the legitimacy needed to secure the sport’s future.
“The industry is flooded with inconsistent tournaments. Sometimes they’re backed by dubious sources of money, which vanish as quickly as they appear,” he remarked.
Additionally, Musumeci applauded UFC’s potential for drug testing, calling it a step toward making BJJ a professional and transparent sport. He took a firm stance against steroids, pointing to the UFC as a platform that could bring integrity to grappling competitions.
Mikey has already supported similar ventures in backing Craig Jones CJI event earlier in the year: “Will I do CJI? I don’t know exactly, but ADCC I don’t really like what it stands for at the moment with the steroids and all these different things. I just want one professional organization for everyone to have” said Mikey earlier in 2024.
Strategic Move: UFC Plans to Dominate Jiu-Jitsu
Historically, grappling has struggled with low payouts compared to other sports. Even prestigious organizations like IBJJF and ADCC have faced criticism for offering limited prize money, with $20,000 often being labeled a “record-breaking” payout. The UFC’s investment could shift this narrative, as it likely won’t need to spend heavily to outshine current standards.
With his UFC debut set against Felipe Machado at UFC FPI 9, Musumeci is optimistic about the sport’s evolution. As the UFC steps into grappling, its vision of a single professional organization could redefine Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s future and attract a global audience!
