Las Vegas – UFC BJJ® continues its rapid rise in 2026 with one of its most stacked events to date, as UFC BJJ 7: Tackett vs. Rocha delivers a thrilling championship tripleheader live and free for fans worldwide.
Set for Thursday, April 12th at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, the event will stream exclusively on UFC BJJ’s YouTube channel, giving grappling fans front-row access to elite submission action. Public tickets are on sale now via AXS.
🔥 Triple Title Fights Headline the Card
Welterweight Championship
(C) Andrew Tackett vs. Vagner Rocha
In the main event, reigning champion Andrew Tackett (3-0) looks to extend his dominance against UFC veteran and submission specialist Vagner Rocha.
Tackett has quickly become one of the most exciting competitors in UFC BJJ, finishing all three of his opponents—Elijah Dorsey, Renato Canuto, and Andy Varela—via submission. Known for his creativity and relentless pace, he aims to solidify himself as the face of the promotion.
Rocha, making his UFC BJJ debut, brings elite-level experience and a reputation for aggressive, high-pressure grappling. With victories over Victor Silverio and Fellipe Andrew, Rocha enters the bout determined to hand Tackett his first loss and claim gold in his first appearance.
Lightweight Championship
(C) Carlos Henrique vs. Lucas Valente
The co-main event features lightweight champion Carlos Henrique (2-0) defending his title against submission ace Lucas Valente.
Henrique has surged into the spotlight since earning his black belt in 2022, securing impressive wins over Matheus Gabriel and Danilo Moreira. With a growing highlight reel, he now looks to continue his reign atop the lightweight division.
Valente, making his UFC BJJ debut, is already one of the most decorated grapplers entering the promotion. A back-to-back IBJJF No-Gi World Champion (2023, 2024), he brings elite credentials and explosive style into a high-stakes title opportunity.
Women’s Featherweight Championship
(C) Aurelie Le Vern vs. Rebeca Lima
UFC BJJ women’s featherweight champion Aurelie Le Vern (2-0) returns to defend her belt against Brazilian standout Rebeca Lima.
Le Vern has been nothing short of dominant, finishing both Raquel Canuto and Maggie Grindatti by first-round submission. Her aggressive style and finishing ability have quickly established her as a top force in the division.
Lima, a six-time IBJJF World Champion, made an immediate impact with a submission win over Taylor Hishaw in her debut. Now, she looks to dethrone Le Vern and add UFC BJJ gold to her already decorated resume.
💥 Stacked Undercard Delivers Must-Watch Matchups
Beyond the title fights, UFC BJJ 7 features a deep lineup of rising stars and elite competitors:
- Undefeated powerhouse Nicholas Meregali faces Australia’s Declan Moody in a marquee heavyweight clash
- Renato Canuto returns to action against Yonathan Cardenas in a fast-paced welterweight bout
- Adele Fornarino meets Alex Enriquez in a high-level women’s flyweight matchup
- Raphael Ferreira debuts against Kenzo Biyong in featherweight action
- Rana Willink takes on Maria Carolina Joia in a compelling women’s featherweight contest
📺 How to Watch
UFC BJJ 7: Tackett vs. Rocha streams live and free on the UFC BJJ YouTube channel on Thursday, April 12th at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
With three titles on the line and a roster loaded with world-class grapplers, the event promises a night of nonstop action and elite-level Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
All bouts are live and subject to change. For the latest updates, visit UFC.com.
