Beatriz Mesquita calls out Ailin Perez after UFC Fight Night 279 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Beatriz Mesquita, following her win against Melissa Mullins at UFC Fight Night 279 on June 21, 2026, called out Ailin Perez. Mesquita aims to enhance her UFC rankings, expressing interest in a fight with the currently ranked No. 5 Perez, citing the historical Brazil-Argentina rivalry as part of her motivation. The undefeated Brazilian also criticized Perez's attitude in the cage, noting both fighters’ grappling skills. Mesquita has finished six of her eight career wins by submission, while Perez is on a six-fight winning streak.
- •Mesquita defeated Melissa Mullins via submission at UFC Fight Night 279.
- •She is currently undefeated with eight wins, mostly by submission.
- •Mesquita aims to break into the UFC's Top 10 rankings.
- •Ailin Perez holds the No. 5 ranking in the UFC bantamweight division.
- •Mesquita critiques Perez's in-ring behavior while highlighting their potential matchup.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Beatriz Mesquita explains callout of Ailin Perez
"Beatriz Mesquita wants to bring the iconic Brazil-Argentina rivalry to the Octagon.
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