Anthony Hernandez can probably see the light at the end of the tunnel in the Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight division, even if the shadow of a formidable figure currently blocks much of his view.

In the main event, leg lock specialist Mikey Musumeci came out sporting a beard and noted that he’ll be “Dagestani Mikey” this time around as he promised to showcase his top game. The UFC BJJ bantamweight champion actually decided to play from top for the first round and a half, but the match still ended like most Musumeci bouts do.

Stay up to date with everything happening at the UFC BJJ 5 event going down in Las Vegas, NV, featuring the return of Nicholas Meregali

UFC fans had to endure something pretty unfamiliar through the end of 2025 and beginning of 2026. From Dec. 13 to Jan. 24, the organization didn't promote a single fight card.

Two UFC BJJ titles are up for grabs on the UFC BJJ 5 main card