Mason Fowler Retains Title Following Split Draw with Nick Rodriguez at UFC BJJ 11

The UFC BJJ 11 co-main event concluded in a split draw, allowing Mason Fowler to retain his light heavyweight title. Fowler initially took the first round by utilizing rubber guard threats and securing a sweep. However, Nick Rodriguez gained momentum in the final two rounds, successfully passing guard and initiating an arm triangle choke attempt.

Despite the performance, the judges issued a split draw ruling. The two grapplers previously met at the UFC Fight Pass Invitational 7 in 2024, where Rodriguez earned a victory by points. Following this result, their current head-to-head record stands at 1-0-1 in favor of Rodriguez.

Elsewhere on the card, Jay Rodriguez made a successful promotional debut. He defeated PGF champion Kevin Beuhring using a modified head and arm choke, a submission he had reportedly predicted prior to the match.