Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns Of Professional Bjj And Grappling Events

This week on the show Maine and Josh recap Polaris 24 headlined by two title fights and the fastest title fight sub in Polaris History. In the news section we discuss two announced matchups with Kaynan Duarte vs Nicholas Meregali on WNO in No-Gi, and Craig Jones Vs Felipe Pena on UFC fight pass invitational. In the recap section we break down the entire main card of Polaris 24.  We run through the Welterweight Title with Mateusz Szczecinski submitting Jed Hue with a Straight Ankle Lock in 43 seconds after a counter back take catch. We recap the Lightweight Title where Ethan Crelinsten won a strong decision over Nathan Orchard with a phenomenal mount game and smother attempts. We recap Dinu Bucalet close decision over Ollie Webb, and the leg lock attack in the Eoghan O’Flanagan vs Hunter Colvin match that Eoghan took by decision.  We talk about the somewhat controversial submission win for Jason Rau over Matty Holmes by an Armbar, and possible tap or verbal tap, and talk about Rau passing and triangle transiti

This week on the show Maine and Simon recap the IBJJF World Championships we recap all the Black Belt Adult finals matches for the Men and Women. Recorded 6-5-2023

This week on the show Maine and Zak recap Midwest Finishers Men's 185 pound bracket and the Women's 145 pound bracket. Plus Preview Polaris Pro 24.In the news section of the show we discuss Andy Varela Vs Oliver Taza On Enigma BJJ, and Luck Griffith Vs Pat Shangoli in Austin Texas.  In the recap section we talk about the semi finals and the finals of both divisions on Midwest Finishers. We start with the women's 145 pound tournament finals with a kneebar submission by Trinity Pun after a jumping pass re-guard counter.  Then we talk about Peyton Letcher straight ankle lock finish in her semifinal match.  In the finals we talk about Trinity wrestling and peytons leg lock counters that let to her taking a heel hook submission over Trinity Pun in the finals. In the mens 185 pound bracket we talk about the submission in the semi finals by Brad Schneider from a standing guard break attempt counter. then talk about his fantastic back crucifix entry from a triangle omaplata bait that saw him submit Ala

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap WNO 18 Pedro Vs Nicholas Meregali.In the WNO 18 recap we talk about the main event that saw Nicholas Meregali submit Pedro Marinho with a fast triangle, we then discuss other potential matchups for Meregali. In the co main event we discuss Rafael Lovato Jr. submitting Elder Cruz with a RNC then making a hometown call out for the 205 belt against Pedro. In the Amanda Alequin vs Alex Enriquez  we saw Tubby take a decision victory over Alex by playing a game not like her usual one. In Izaak Michell vs Jacob Couch vs we talked about Izaak passing and leg lock defense vs Couch, as well as how Izaak look now competing out of Brazilian Fight Factory.In the recap of Dante Leon vs Ruan Alvarenga  we talk about Dante's great back take and RNC victory, and how impressed we were with the speed and diversity of Ruan wrestling.  Plus other potential matchups for Dante at 155.In the recap of Francisco Lo vs William Tackett we discussed learning more about Lo game and being

This week on the show, Maine and Miranda recap the main event for Fight to Win, and Preview, Pedro, Marinho versus Nicolas Meregali on WNO 18.In the news section of the show, we briefly discuss the ADCC Denver open that took place this weekend and featured a host of top level competitors.  We also talk about some recent camp movements of high-level women.In the previous section of the show, we discuss all of the main card mash ups on  Who is Number One 18 We talk about the dynamics in the main event between Meregali and Marinho and make our picks.  In the comain event, we discuss Rafael Lovato Jr versus Elder Cruz.  We talk about Lovato’s recent run at the Brazilian nationals and how his slower paced game may be able to deal with Elder. We also contrast the fast action, speed, the Cruz puts on at varying points in the match, potentially being a game changing stylistic matchup.  We also talk about every other match that has been announced on the main card, and it in a rare turn of events, have alternating pics

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap One FC Denver the first event for One FC in the United States that maine flew out for, Brazilian Nationals select matches, and SOGI Keith Krikorian Vs Kenta Iwamoto, Plus F2W 228 Josh Cisneros Vs Sam Nagai. In the news section of the show Maine discussed his trip to Denver and the Danielle Kelly seminar he attended. We then talked about Facebook and meta CEO, Mark Zuckerberg competing in his first jujitsu tournament.In the recap section of the show, we went through select matches on Brazilian nationals and some odd point and penalty scoring. As well as a few finals matches.After that, we discussed Keith Krikorian versus Kenta Iwamoto, for the 170 pound welterweight title. We discussed Kenta’s passing, and the overtime of the match. In a recap of Fight to Win main event, we discussed the lightweight title on the line in the Gi that saw a 50-50 match between Cisneros and Nagai.  In a recap of One FC Maine talks about the atmosphere of the event, live in Denver Color

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Emerald City invitational l6 talk about ADCC costa Mesa Open and preview Sogi Kenta Iwamoto vs Keith Krikorian, plus IBJJF Brazilian Nationals. Recorded 4-30-2023

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap BJJ Stars 10 and preview Brazilian Nationals and the Emerald City Invitational 6 the men's and women's 135 lb tournament.In the news section of the show we discussed some recent departures from the dream art team. We discussed the upcoming ADCC Costa Mesa open in the United States that Maine will be a judge for,  and the recent ADCC Ontario Open. We also discuss some of the recently announced matchups for Polaris and some potential matchups for Dillion Dannis. In the recap section of the show we discussed the absolute tournament for BJJ Stars 10 that featured a host of very exciting matches and some controversial disqualifications due to rule set specific technique.   we discussed the shortening of the match time from 10 minutes down to 7:00 and how this made for a much better event.   we run through the entire 16 man absolute bracket discussing Mica Galvao vs Kaynan Duarte, Eric Munis vs Felipe Andrew Finals, As well as a rematch between Felipe and Adam

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Finishers Survivor Series 3, and  Northwest Submission Challange.In the news section of the show we talk about some announced matchups. In the recap section of the show we talk about the team 5v5 finals of Finishers Survivor Series 3, and the 205 title superfight on the event. On the recap of , Northwest Submission Challange we talk about the storyline of the event and the main and co-main event on the show. In the preview section of the show we talk about the seeding for BJJ Stars 10, and possible matchups. In the outro we discuss upcoming travel. Recorded 4-17-2023

This week on  the show Maine and Miranda recap F2W 226 in San Diego, preview Finishers Survivor Series 3 and Preview BJJ Stars Absolute.In the news section of the show we talk about Mica  Galvao popping for a banned substance and relinquishing his IBJJF worlds gold medal, making Tye and Kade Ruotulo the combo youngest ADCC and IBJJF brothers ever. We also discuss more of the Rener Gracie controversy and him donating his testimony fee amid bad press .In the recap section of the show we talk about Baret Yoshida defending his Masters plus title on F2W against Tony Lopez with a heel hook from a deep half sweep, and Eldar cruz taking an decision over Kevin Crane. In the preview section of the show we go through the names on BJJ Stars Absolute and some recent matches between the field.  Plus make out picks on who we think will win the event. We also preview all 5 teams for finishers Quintet style event. Recorded 4-9-2023

This week on the show Maine and Miranda Recap GrappleFest 15, F2W 225 Reno, Midwest Finishers 13, and Rise Invitational 11.  Plus Discuss Rener Gracie Testimony. In the news section we discuss Rener's Testimony. In the recap section of the show we recap the main event for F2W 225 Reno With Sloan Clymer Vs Damon Ramon, in a fun back and forth heavyweight match. In the recap of GrappleFest we talk about Keith Krikorian amazing sequence and performance against Sam McNally, We talk about Big dan doing what he does on the legs in his match and Luke Griffith inverting in his -100kg match for the heel hook.  We also discuss a few other matches on the card.  In the recap of Rise we talk about the women's 135 pound final between Peyton Letcher and Nicole Matthews that saw Peyton win on OT after a great regulation performance. Plus discuss Rene Sousa vs Randy Brown. We also discuss the main event on Midwest Finishers 13. In the outro section of the show we talk about this weekends Fight CIrcus and how wild th

This week on the show Maine and Zak recap the IBJJF Pans. In the news section of the show we talk about more plates more dates Nicky Rod PED test results.In the recap section of the show we recap and break down every adult black belt finals match for this weekends IBJJF pans. Recorded 3-27-2023

This week on the show Maine and Josh recap Subversion Equinox in Australia and Preview the 2023 IBJJF PansIn the news section of the show we discuss ADCC opens starting to take place in North America.In the recap section of the show we talk about Subversion Equinox  Ash Williams Vs Jeremy Skinner that saw Ash finish a triangle on Skinner at the 5 minute mark of the match.In the preview section of the show we discuss all the mens and women's Adult Black Belt brackets for the IBJJF 2023 Pans.In the outro section of the show Maine talks about his upcoming trip to Denver for One FC. Recorded 3-19-2023

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap Polaris 23 that was the most stacked women's bracket ever. We also discuss IBJJF and USADA suspending 5 athletes for failed doping tests. In the news section we go through all the suspended athletes and what they were taking.In the recap section of the show we discuss the women's -66kg bracket  on Polaris 23.  Plus the superfight between Chris Weidman vs Owen Livesey that ended with Owen taking a close but exciting decision in one of the best takedown matches we have seen in a long time.  In the stacked Women's bracket we talked about every match. In the QuarterfinalsFfion Davies took a decision over Giovanna Jara on points, this was the only points win in the first two rounds. Elisabeth Clay submitted Joanna Dineva with a great Reverse Triangle after working on it earlier in the match, Amy Campo submitted Julia Maele with a Rear Naked Choke a little more than halfway through the match.  Brianna Ste-Marie submitted Maggie Grindatti with a textbook A

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap the IBJJG GP Toro Cup and preview Polaris 23, and SOGI.In the news section of the show we discuss the subs on this weekends UFC with Jon Jones taking the heavyweight title, and Grasso taking the women's 125 title. plus Bo Nickal sub win. In the recap section of the show we recap Gabriel Sousa vs Gianni Grippo in an exciting 155 pound title match on Toro, that went to golden score. In the recap of the IBJJF 2023 GP we talk about the main event superfight Tainan Dalpra vs  Isaque Bahiense, plus the other superfights and the mens and women's GP results. In the preview section of the show we talk about the Polaris superfight and possibly the most stacked -66 kg bracket ever created in women's BJJ history. Featuring both ADCC champions, and multiple ADCC trials winners and medalists, plus a host of up and comers making big waves on the scene.  Recorded 3-6-2023

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap WNO  Nicky Rod Vs  Felipe Pena 2 and debate who should have won the match.  We also recap the rest of the matches on the card including Pedro vs Bodoni for the 205 pound title, and the debut of JT Torres on WNO.We also recap One FC grappling matches from the weekend including Daniel Kelly whats and Tommy Langakker  performances on the card.  We recap Unrivaled that featured 3 headline matches with the Tackett Brothers, and Igor Tanabe vs Jacob Couch.  We also go through the results for F2W and Finishers Kombat. In the preview section we discuss Toro Cup 155 pound title matchup, the IBJJF men's and WOmen's GP plus the superfights and some other matches and cards this coming week. Recorded 2-27-2023 

This week on the show Maine and Simon preview WNO #275 Gordon Ryan Vs Felipe Pena 4, and the rest of the WNO card. Recorded 2-20-2023

This week on the show Maine and Josh recap Spyder Korea Road to Black Belt on Superbowl Sunday and recap F2W 221 In Dallas and Midwest Finishers. Plus we talk about WNO bout announcements. In the news section we talk about all the matches announced for the Gordon Ryan vs Felipe Pena 4 and Pena assembling the avengers to beat Gordon in 2 weeks. We recap the Spyder Korea event and both the -65kg and under 75kg brackets.  We talk about Hunter Colvin vs Pedro Rocha for the 205 light heavyweight belt, and Dan Dykeman making his black belt debut on F2W.  We also talk about Midwest Finishers 3v3 women's team event, and some of the superfights. Recorded 2-12-2023

This week on the show Maine and Miranda recap F2W 220 in Austin Texas headlined by Oliver Taza Vs Ben Eddy Recap that saw Taza finish a nice heel hook and we preview the -65 and -75 kg  Spyder Invitational lineup with the talent stacked brackets. In the extended outro section of the show we talk about planned BJJ trips the hosts have. Recorded 2-5-2023

This week on the show Maine and Zak recap IBJJF 2023 European Championships that took place in Paris France.We recap every Black Belt Adult Final for the Mens's and Women's divisions. Recorded 11-30-2023