Moura Edged Davies to Become UFC BJJ’s First Bantamweight
Cassia Moura defeated Ffion Davies by split decision on March 12, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas. Their three-round UFC BJJ 6 contest awarded the inaugural women’s bantamweight championship after a closely contested exchange of takedowns and positional reversals.
The matchup and early action
Moura began energetically and put Davies on her back through repeated takedowns. Davies answered with a sweep and time above her opponent, ensuring the opening round contained productive work from both grapplers.
A brief examination of a small cut near Moura’s nose interrupted the action without ending the match. The Brazilian continued attacking after the restart, while Davies looked to convert control into more sustained pressure.
The decisive developments
The second round included a double-leg takedown from Davies and further reversals. Moura’s leg sweep created an escape from a difficult position, but Davies regained top control before the interval.
The final round remained close, with both women recognizing that the championship was still available. Moura completed an arm-drag takedown late, and Davies countered with a judo throw as time expired.
What the result meant
The judges returned a split verdict for Moura, making her the first holder of the UFC BJJ women’s bantamweight belt. Davies completed the distance but left without the inaugural title.
Mason Fowler retained his light heavyweight championship on the same card by defeating Pedro Machado unanimously. Moura’s result supplied the evening’s new champion and its most closely divided championship decision, with repeated changes of position keeping the outcome uncertain until the cards were announced.
