Jasmine Jasudavicius has addressed speculation that she fought with a nicotine pouch in her mouth at UFC Winnipeg. The Canadian flyweight fighter clarified that the white object seen by fans was, in fact, chewing gum, not a Zyn. This explanation comes after video footage from her fight against Karine Silva circulated online, sparking debate across MMA social media platforms.
Jasmine Jasudavicius Addresses Zyn Rumor After Victory Over Karine Silva
The moment in question occurred during Jasudavicius’ bout against Silva on April 18 at UFC Fight Night in Winnipeg. During the break between rounds, cameras appeared to capture a white object in her mouth. After removing her mouthguard, she was observed repositioning the item under her lower lip before reinserting the mouthguard. This action led to widespread discussion and accusations of nicotine pouch use.
“It’s so funny because I’m one of the only people in the gym who doesn’t use those nicotine pouches. I train with gum, and I was warming up with gum… I’ve fought with gum in the past, but I forgot to spit it out before the walkout, and it was still in my mouth. It’s better than a toothpick… If I choke on it, then I’m the one to blame.”
Jasudavicius found the rumor amusing and explained that she had been warming up with chewing gum and simply forgot to remove it before walking out to the octagon. She mentioned that she has competed with gum in her mouth before, describing it as “better than a toothpick.” She also humorously added that any choking incident would be her own fault. The fighter further highlighted the irony of the situation, noting that she is one of the few individuals in her training gym who does not use nicotine pouches.
The rapid reaction from fans had a basis in the Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts, which prohibit foreign substances on a fighter’s person or body. The rules also govern equipment and safety during competition. Reports indicated that any foreign object in a fighter’s mouth during a bout could be considered a rule violation, which is why the clip garnered significant attention beyond typical fight night commentary.
The situation drew comparisons to Benson Henderson, who was known for fighting with a toothpick in his mouth earlier in his career. This historical context amplified the online discussion surrounding the Jasudavicius clip, particularly given the timing of a high-profile win in front of a home crowd.
Regarding the fight itself, Jasudavicius secured a unanimous decision victory over Silva, with all three judges scoring the bout 29-28. UFC Stats indicate she landed three takedowns compared to Silva’s none. This win improved Jasudavicius’ record to 15-4 and halted a streak of losses following her previous defeat to Manon Fiorot.
To put the matter to rest, Jasmine Jasudavicius confirmed that she did not fight Karine Silva with a nicotine pouch in her mouth at UFC Winnipeg. According to her account, it was simply chewing gum throughout the entire match.
