Jasudavicius Shakes Up Flyweight Rankings With Win Over Blanchfield; Malott Returns With KO

Jasmine Jasudavicius disrupted the upper echelon of the flyweight division on October 17, 2026, delivering a dominant wrestling clinic to defeat third-ranked contender Erin Blanchfield. The victory headlined a successful night for Canadian fighters at Rogers Place in Edmonton, which also saw welterweight Mike Malott return to the win column with a spectacular second-round finish.

Jasudavicius entered the Octagon as a significant underdog but neutralized Blanchfield’s grappling pedigree through superior positioning and high-volume striking. According to official performance metrics, Jasudavicius landed over 100 significant strikes and secured four takedowns over the course of the three-round contest. The judges’ official scorecards reflected the one-sided nature of the bout, with all three officials awarding a unanimous decision in favor of the Ontario native.

Jasudavicius used high-volume striking and wrestling to control the flyweight bout.

The win marks a tactical shift for Jasudavicius, who effectively out-grappled a specialist known for her ground dominance. By maintaining top control and preventing Blanchfield from establishing her rhythm, Jasudavicius is expected to see a significant jump in the flyweight rankings, potentially moving into the top five. The bout was contested at the 125-pound flyweight limit, correcting earlier reports that suggested a move to featherweight.

Malott Delivers Highlight-Reel Finish

Mike Malott provided the night’s most emphatic moment, securing a knockout victory in the second round. After a competitive opening frame, Malott found his opening with a sharp lead hook that dropped his opponent. He followed the knockdown with a sequence of ground-and-pound, forcing the referee to intervene and stop the contest.

The victory was a vital rebound for Malott, who was competing on home soil in Alberta. Both fighters capitalized on the energy of the Canadian crowd. Malott’s ability to find the finish in the second round reinforces his standing as a dangerous finisher in the welterweight division, characterized by his technical striking and opportunistic power.

The event served as a major showcase for Canadian MMA talent, with the two primary victories shifting the landscape of their respective divisions. For Jasudavicius, the win over Blanchfield represents the most significant scalp of her career, while Malott’s highlight-reel stoppage restores the momentum of one of Canada’s most watched prospects.

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