Bia Mesquita beats Melissa Mullins by SUB in round 1 on 20 June 2026
Bia Mesquita submitted Melissa Mullins in the first round at UFC Fight Night: Kape vs Horiguchi, announcing her arrival in the bantamweight division with a grappling masterclass. The finish came at three minutes and sixteen seconds, handing Mesquita a debut victory and moving her record to one win and no losses. Mullins, also making her promotional bow, drops to no wins and one defeat after the submission loss.
How it ended
Mesquita forced the tap in round one at the three-minute-sixteen mark, using her world-class Brazilian jiu-jitsu background to find the finish. The submission brought the bantamweight contest to an abrupt close before the second frame could begin. Both fighters had entered the cage with unblemished records, but Mesquita's grappling pedigree proved decisive when the opportunity presented itself.
Updated records
- Bia Mesquita — 1-0
- Melissa Mullins — 0-1
What's next
Mesquita now holds a one-win, no-loss record and will look to build momentum in the bantamweight ranks after a successful debut. Mullins falls to no wins and one loss, facing the challenge of bouncing back from a first-round finish in her opening UFC appearance. Both women will need additional outings to establish their place in a competitive division, with Mesquita positioned to climb and Mullins needing a reset.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Bia Mesquita vs Melissa Mullins?
Bia Mesquita defeated Melissa Mullins by SUB in round 1 at UFC Fight Night: Kape vs Horiguchi.
How did Bia Mesquita vs Melissa Mullins end?
The fight ended by SUB in round 1 at 3:16.
What's Bia Mesquita's record now?
Bia Mesquita now stands at 1-0.
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