UFC Vegas 114 MMA Match Preview: Bia Mesquita (6-0-0) vs. Montse Rendon (7-1-0)
The UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos (UFC Vegas 114 / UFC Fight Night 269) prelims feature a women’s bantamweight clash between unbeaten Brazilian prospect Bia Mesquita and Mexican veteran Montse “Monster” Rendon. Mesquita (6-0) looks to build on her strong UFC debut submission win, while Rendon (7-1) aims to rebound and prove her staying power in the division. This matchup pits Mesquita’s elite grappling and finishing threat against Rendon’s experience, decision-heavy style, and durability. The smaller APEX octagon could favor Mesquita’s ground control and submission hunting.
Venue Location
Meta APEX
6650 El Camino Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA
This compact facility is a staple for UFC Fight Night events, with a 25-foot octagon that limits movement and encourages close-range action, grappling, and finishes compared to larger venues. No live audience is present, creating an intimate, high-production broadcast setting.
Prelims: 2:00 PM ET (11:00 AM PT)
Main Card: 5:00 PM ET (2:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: Paramount+ (streaming live), UFC Fight Pass (international). The Mesquita vs. Rendon bout is on the prelims, expected early to mid-undercard depending on pacing.
Injury Report
Bia Mesquita
- Out: None reported.
- Questionable: No recent injuries; Mesquita’s last fight (Oct 2025 submission win) showed no issues. Her transition from BJJ to MMA has been smooth without setbacks.
- Notes: At 34, Mesquita appears fully healthy with consistent training; no public concerns.
Montse Rendon
- Out: None reported.
- Questionable: No current injuries; Rendon’s most recent fight (Sep 2025 decision win) had no post-fight issues. Previous UFC bouts clean.
- Notes: At 36, Rendon enters healthy; her style (decision-heavy) minimizes injury risk.
Fighter Matchups
This bantamweight bout contrasts Mesquita’s submission specialist approach (4 subs in 6 wins) with Rendon’s well-rounded, durable style and decision wins. Mesquita stands 5’4″ with a 67.5″ reach, while Rendon is taller at 5’8″ with a 68″ reach, giving her potential standup and clinch advantages. The APEX cage may force grappling, where Mesquita’s BJJ excels against Rendon’s wrestling and top control.
| Aspect | Bia Mesquita (BRA, 6-0-0) | Montse Rendon (MEX, 7-1-0) | Key Insight |
| Striking | Technical setups; moderate volume, accuracy ~45-50% | Power + volume; 3.09 SLpM, 28% accuracy | Rendon’s reach and experience vs. Mesquita’s precision; Mesquita rarely tested on feet. |
| Grappling | Elite BJJ; 67% subs in wins, strong control | Wrestling base; solid TD defense, top pressure | Mesquita’s sub threat (RNC specialist) vs. Rendon’s ground-and-pound; ground game pivotal. |
| Cardio/Durability | 0 decisions (all finishes); strong chin | 100% decisions in UFC wins; durable | Mesquita’s finish rate vs. Rendon’s go-distance reliability; late rounds favor Rendon if it drags. |
| Experience | UFC: 1-0 (debut sub win); BJJ legend | UFC: 2-1; veteran with 3 UFC fights | Mesquita’s quick transition success vs. Rendon’s Octagon time; debut nerves vs. experience. |
| Intangibles | -450 to -550 favorite; undefeated momentum | +360 to +410 underdog; rebound motivation | Mesquita’s hype vs. Rendon’s veteran grit; cage size favors finishes or control. |
Recent Form
Bia Mesquita
- Oct 11, 2025: W vs. Irina Alekseeva (Sub R2, Rear-Naked Choke) – Dominant UFC debut.
- Jun 20, 2025: W vs. Sierra Dinwoodie (KO/TKO R2) – LFA title win.
- Mar 6, 2025: W vs. Hope Chase (DQ R2, Illegal Kick) – LFA dominance. Form: W-W-W (undefeated, finishing streak in MMA transition).
Montse Rendon
- Sep 13, 2025: W vs. Alice Pereira (Split Dec) – Noche UFC rebound win.
- Mar 24, 2024: L vs. Daria Zhelezniakova (Unanimous Dec) – First UFC loss.
- Sep 23, 2023: W vs. Tamires Vidal (Split Dec) – UFC debut split win. Form: W-L-W (resilient decisions, showing durability).
Fight History
No prior meetings between Mesquita and Rendon. No shared opponents for direct comparisons. This is a fresh stylistic test: Mesquita’s submission hunting vs. Rendon’s decision-making and experience.
FIGHT ODDS
Bia Mesquita – 500
Montse Rendon + 475
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, March 13, 2026
