CJI champ vs. UFC BJJ champ next? Nick Rodriguez, Mason Fowler win big at UFC BJJ 9

UFC BJJ 9, held on June 4, 2026, in Las Vegas, produced eight submission finishes across nine matches. CJI champion Nick Rodriguez defeated Joao Nicolite by rear naked choke in his light heavyweight debut, while UFC BJJ champion Mason Fowler also won by rear naked choke. Following their respective victories, both Rodriguez and Fowler called for a title rematch against each other.