Bia Mesquita calls out Ailin Perez after UFC Vegas 119 win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Bia Mesquita, the No. 13-ranked women's bantamweight in UFC, submitted Melissa Mullins in the first round at UFC Vegas 119 on June 22, maintaining her undefeated record at 3-0 in the promotion. Following the victory, Mesquita expressed her desire for a higher-ranked opponent, specifically targeting No. 5 Ailin Perez. Mesquita criticized Perez's post-fight antics, stating, 'You’re disgusting for this weight division,' and indicating she is ready for a fight. Perez, currently on a six-fight win streak herself, is seen as a formidable matchup due to her effective wrestling and top control.
- •Bia Mesquita submitted Melissa Mullins at UFC Vegas 119 on June 22.
- •Mesquita is now 3-0 in UFC with three submission wins.
- •She challenges Ailin Perez for a higher-ranked fight.
- •Perez rides a six-fight win streak in the bantamweight division.
- •Mesquita criticized Perez's post-fight behavior after her victory.
- 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Undefeated women’s submission ace calls out UFC’s resident twerker for next fight – ‘You’re disgusting’
"“The Lady GOAT” wants a step up in competition. Undefeated No. 13-ranked Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Women’s Bantamweight Bia Mesquita scored her third win inside the Octagon this past weekend, submitting Melissa Mullins in the first round at UFC Vegas 119 inside the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada (watch highlights). For the first time […]
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