The UFC’s women’s division has been making significant strides, steadily closing the gap with its male counterpart. Among the rising contenders in the women’s 125lbs division is 35-year-old Canadian prospect Jasmine Jasudavicius. Despite entering the UFC later than most, she has shown unwavering determination since earning her contract on Dana White’s Contender Series 5.3 in 2021 at the age of 32.

Starting a UFC career in her 30s might seem unconventional, but Jasmine Jasudavicius has defied expectations. As of early 2025, she has stepped into the Octagon eight times, proving herself as one of the most active competitors in the division. Her relentless work ethic has earned her the title of ‘the most active women’s flyweight since 2021,‘ and she now holds the #14 spot in the rankings. Her rapid rise, however, begs the question—why did she take up MMA so late?

Surprisingly, MMA was never in her plans. Her introduction to the sport didn’t come through years of training or a lifelong dream but rather an unexpected twist of fate—a Tinder date with her future boyfriend and now-renowned coach, Chris Prickett. That chance meeting would ultimately reshape her career, leading her into the world of professional fighting. Curious to learn more about Prickett and their journey as one of MMA’s power couples? Let’s dive in.

Jasmine Jasudavicius’ partner and kids- Is the UFC star married?

Though Jasmine Jasudavicius and Chris Prickett have never married, their bond remains strong as they approach a decade together. Prickett, a former Commonwealth Games bronze medalist, is the head coach of Niagara Top Team—one of Canada’s premier MMA gyms, known for developing top talents like Josh Hill, Aaron Jeffery, and the Jasudavicius herself.

While the couple hasn’t had children together, Jasmine Jasudavicius has embraced a stepmother role to Prickett’s daughter, likely from a previous relationship or marriage. Prickett highlighted this dynamic in an Instagram post last November, captioned, “Great couple of days in Jasper with the fam.” At just 12 years old, his daughter is already making waves in wrestling, recently securing a silver medal at the United World Wrestling Junior level with an impressive 4-1 record.

Jasmine Jasudavicius’ early life and family

Born in 1989 as the middle child in a family based in St. Catharines, Jasmine Jasudavicius not only broke barriers within her own family but also made history as the first Canadian woman to appear on Dana White’s Contender Series. Known for her calm demeanor, Jasmine, a woman who had never raised her hand in anger, is now preparing for her next professional fight. Her mother, Rita Lianga, has always been a supportive force in Jasmine’s life but admits she never imagined her daughter would one day become one of the best women’s flyweights in the world.

Reflecting on Jasmine Jasudavicius’s early years, Rita once shared: “She wanted to make friends with every single person in the whole school.” While Rita isn’t sure how Jasmine achieved that ambitious goal, she fondly remembers how Jasmine had no enemies. “She got along with everyone. She was always a good kid and always did the right thing.”

As a child, Jasmine Jasudavicius enjoyed spending time with local kids but didn’t take sports seriously. However, at 27, Jasmine realized that one pivotal moment changed the course of her life. A simple tradition of watching fireworks by the shore of Lake Ontario led to a life-changing date, set up by a friend of Chris Prickett, who was then the wrestling coach at Brock University.

All eyes are now on the upcoming UFC Fight Night 250, featuring a highly anticipated main event between Israel Adesanya and Nassourdine Imavov. In one of the exciting undercard matchups, Jasmine Jasudavicius is set to face Mayra Bueno Silva. The Canadian prospect is eager to extend her winning streak and continue her rise in the division. Who do you think will come out on top? Share your predictions below!