Polaris 26: BJJ Star Craig Jones to Take on UFC Fighter Gerald Meerschaert

Today, November 4, the mixed martial arts event Polaris 26 will take place, featuring top Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) stars such as Craig Jones alongside a couple of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters. The event will be broadcast at UFC Fight Pass, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) with a free prelims stream, and at 3 p.m. ET for the main card.

Craig Jones and Gerald Meerschaert Main Event

The main event of Polaris 26 will see two-time ADCC silver medalist Craig Jones take on UFC fighter Gerald Meerschaert. Meerschaert holds the record for most submission victories within the UFC.

Crossover Appeal

Polaris 25 featured former champion Aljamain Sterling, and this event will have two UFC fighters to help create some crossover appeal, introducing more MMA fans to the world of professional submission grappling.

Conclusion

Don’t miss out on this UK event, as BJJ star Craig Jones takes on UFC fighter Gerald Meerschaert in the main event. Tune in to UFC Fight Pass at 11:30 a.m. ET for the free prelims stream and at 3 p.m. ET for the main card.

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