Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bianca Basílio

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bianca Basílio made an impact.

Bianca Barbosa Basílio, also known as Bia Basílio, is a Brazilian submission grappler, mixed martial artist, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belt athlete. She is recognized for her achievements in grappling and mixed martial arts.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Multiple Championship Wins and Black Belt Promotion

In 2016, as a brown belt, Bianca Basílio won the Brazil Nationals, the Pan-American Championship, and the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship. As a result of these wins she was promoted to black belt in December of 2016 by her teachers, Caio and Diego Almeida.

June 2022: World Jiu-Jitsu Champion Title

In June 2022, Bianca Basílio became the 2022 World Jiu-Jitsu Champion after defeating Amanda Canuto via advantages (0-0, 3-0 advantages).

2022: Joined Team Bahrain and MMA Debut

In 2022, Bianca Basílio joined amateur mixed martial arts and became part of Team Bahrain at the IMMAF Super Cup, representing the Kingdom of Bahrain. She made her MMA debut in the quarterfinals, defeating Tajikistan's Shohona Ghozoeva in the opening round via armbar. Team Bahrain ultimately won the MMA Super Cup, defeating team Ireland in the final.

March 24, 2023: Loss at ONE Fight Night 8

On March 24, 2023, Bianca Basílio competed against Tammi Musumeci in a strawweight submission grappling match at ONE Fight Night 8, where she lost via unanimous decision.

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May 7, 2023: Gold at Campeonato Brasileiro de Jiu-Jitsu

On May 7, 2023, Bianca Basílio competed in the Campeonato Brasileiro de Jiu-Jitsu and secured a gold medal in the featherweight division.

2023: Professional MMA Debut Intention

In 2023, Bianca Basílio announced her intention to make her professional MMA debut at some point during the year.

2023: IBJJF World Championship Gold Medal

In 2023, Bianca Basílio competed in the IBJJF World Championship on June 3 and 4 and won a gold medal in the featherweight division.

April 27, 2024: Withdrawal from BJJ Stars 12

On April 27, 2024, Bianca Basílio was scheduled to challenge Anna Rodrigues for the featherweight title at BJJ Stars 12. However, she withdrew shortly before the event and was replaced by Ana Schmitt.

May 3, 2024: Submission Win at ONE Fight Night 22

On May 3, 2024, Bianca Basílio faced Nanami Ichikawa in a 132-pound submission grappling match at ONE Fight Night 22. She won the match by submission in 35 seconds.

July 21, 2024: Gold Medals at IBJJF Sao Paulo Open 2024

On July 21, 2024, Bianca Basílio won gold medals in the no gi middleweight and absolute divisions at the IBJJF Sao Paulo Open 2024.

2024: 2024 ADCC World Championship

In 2024, Bianca Basílio was invited to compete in the under 55 kg division at the ADCC World Championship. She defeated Brenda Larissa and Anna Rodrigues by decision before being submitted by Adele Fornarino in the final and winning a silver medal. She returned in the women's absolute division and lost to Rafaela Guedes on points in the opening round.