Danielle Kelly says Mikey Musumeci’s destruction of Gantumur Bayanduuren is proof of "how jiu-jitsu does work if you don’t tap"

Rising ONE superstar Danielle Kelly believes that Mikey Musumeci's recent destruction of Gantumur Bayanduuren's leg is proof that jiu-jitsu is effective if you don't tap.

Like the rest of the fans, the grappling sensation watched Bayanduuren refuse to tap in his match with Musumeci at ONE Fight Night 6 on Prime Video. Unfortunately, his toughness came at a cost as he tore several ligaments in his leg and broke his ankle.

Danielle Kelly thinks it's a prime example of how devastating jiu-jitsu can be without the use of tapping. She told The MMA Superfan:

"It’s not really a favorite, it is a favorite, but it also sucks for the guy. Mikey was just attacking his legs and the guy just refused to tap. So, pretty much Mikey was showing how jiu-jitsu does work if you don’t tap."

Nobody likes to see a fighter get injured. Even Mikey Musumeci said he felt nauseous after the match, which saw Bayanduuren leave the circle injured.

Check out Danielle Kelly's full conversation with The MMA Superfan below:

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Danielle Kelly reflects on her successful 2022 in ONE

The Silver Fox BJJ affiliate had a solid 2022, scoring a submission victory over Mariia Molchanova, as well as grappling to a majority draw with Mei Yamaguchi.

The 27-year-old was happy with how her first year under ONE's banner went, but she has a world title in her crosshairs.

She said in an interview with the promotion:

“It was probably the best year for jiu-jitsu and being a jiu-jitsu athlete. Looking back, I wasn’t expecting to be in that spot at all. It meant a lot to be able to be the first jiu-jitsu women’s grappling match for ONE. I worked really hard.”

Kelly added:

“I want to win that women’s world title for 115 [pounds], for sure.”

ONE Championship currently has just two submission grappling world champions — Mikey Musumeci and Kade Ruotolo. Meanwhile, Kelly is scheduled to face Ayaka Miura at ONE Fight Night 7 on Prime Video.

Make sure to check back with Sportskeeda for any and all updates concerning Danielle Kelly's next bout, as she hopes to secure a world title this year.