At UFC 315 in Montreal, Jasmine Jasudavicius delivered an impressive performance, mirroring her previous successes in Edmonton and Vancouver. Alongside her Ontario-based teammate Mike Malott and Montreal’s Aiemann Zahabi, Jasudavicius stood out as one of the event's major victors. She clinched a Performance of the Night bonus after executing a stunning rear-naked choke submission against former champion Jessica Andrade in the very first round. This rapid victory was something Jasudavicius had envisioned in her fight preparations.
“When I was preparing for this fight, I kept thinking about it being a quick finish,” Jasudavicius (14-3) shared with media, including Cageside Press. “I kept telling myself, ‘No, this is 15 hard minutes. Be ready for 15 hard minutes.’ I guess you can call me Mystic Jas—just kidding!” This blend of humor and determination showcased her fighting spirit.
After locking in the choke, Jasudavicius felt a surge of confidence. “Once I got my hand behind Andrade’s shoulder and joined my hands together, I realized, ‘This is in, I’m gonna get this. This is nuts!’” she recalled. The swift submission not only highlighted her skills but also marked a pivotal moment in her career as she aims for championship status in the flyweight division.
At 36 years old, Jasudavicius transitioned to Mixed Martial Arts later in life, making her professional debut in 2019. She expressed her ambition to reach the top of the division by next year. “I’m looking for whatever the route is to that number one spot,” she said firmly. “I don’t care who they put in front of me. I just want to see Jasmine Jasudavicius as the number one champion of the world.”
Despite recent successes, Jasudavicius has often been left out of discussions surrounding title opportunities. Her emphatic victory over Andrade is likely to change that narrative, as she believes it demonstrates her rightful place among the contenders. “They have to take me seriously,” she asserted. “She was a former champ. The last girl I beat was a champion contender, Mayra Bueno Silva. This girl was a former champ with many accolades. It would be silly not to treat me like a contender at this point.”
During the UFC 315 broadcast, Jasudavicius revealed that she has postponed her wedding plans to focus on her goal of winning the championship. “I’m not here for a long time. I want to stay active, but I also want to have a nice wedding and truly enjoy it,” she explained backstage. “I understand there are sacrifices to make. I’m coming for that number one spot, and afterwards, we can have a spectacular wedding.”
With potential championship aspirations on the horizon, Jasudavicius has set her sights on the ultimate prize. Holding the belt could even add to the joy of her wedding day, as she playfully noted, “And she can carry the belt to the wedding.”
Jasudavicius’ impressive victory at UFC 315 not only showcased her talents but also posed intriguing questions about her future in the UFC's flyweight division. As she steps forward in her career, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how her journey unfolds.
