Grappling Rewind: Breakdowns of Professional BJJ and Grappling Events

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A breakdown and recap of the weeks professional BJJ and grappling events. Every week we recap what has happened in the world of sport Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, and preview the following weeks grappling events.

  1. 22h ago

    #468 UFC BJJ 13 Full Recap

    This week on the show, Maine and Josh recap the UFC BJJ 13.  We kickoff the show discussing the main event for the now vacant middleweight title between William Tackett vs Jay Rodriguez we talked about this in the context of their first match and then discussed the rear-naked choke submission in round 1 for William crowding him the new champion.  In the Co-main event we discussed the 135 lb Bantamweight titleJalen Fonacier vs Kleber Barbosa. We talked about how this match up looked very different in NoGi leading to a unanimous decision for Jalen also crowning him the new champion We broke down the Light heavyweightmatch up Nick Rodriguez vs Nata Tenca We talked about the dynamics of the mashup and how Nick kept consistent across all three rounds, figuring out the guard of Nata and ending it in the third round with an arm triangle from Mount. We discussed a possible rematch with Mason Fowler after this performance. At women’s bantamweightwe discussed Ffion Davies vs Jaine Fragoso that saw Ffion finish a quick arm triangle in round one also potentially putting her back in the title picture in the division. We discussed the somewhat controversial finish in Jasmine Rocha vs Karen Antunes. We talked about the transition to the Armbar and the controversy regarding the tap in less than one minute of round one. We talked about Pat Downey vs Ian Daube very briefly as well. In our breakdown of Liam Crelinsten vs Seilkhan Bolatbek we talked about the round 2 heel hook, sub, and the good showing from both competitors in this matchup.  We briefly discussed João Nicolite vs Martin Gonzalez with good performances from both athletes across the rounds. We discussed Tristan Sainz vs David Weintraub talking about the last second rear, naked, choke submission with seven seconds left in the first round from Tristan. We also talked about the divisional implications of his performance, and where the roster sits currently for the organization as a whole. Recorded 10-1-2026

  2. Oct 27

    #467 UFC BJJ 13 Preview

    This week on the show, Maine and Miranda preview the UFC BJJ 13.  We kick it off, talking about the main event main event for the Middleweight Title between William Tackett vs Jay Rodriguez. We talk about the strangeness of the UFC in creating the title and the former champion vacating with no notice. We talked about William and Jay first match up at ADCC East Coast Trials Finals 2024. We talked about some of the dynamics in that match and ultimately predicted that this one would take a similar trajectory. With Mikey now vacating, we discussed the UFC BJJ Bantamweight Title Match between Jalen Fonacier vs Kleber Barbosa, we discussed the strategy we would most likely see from Jalen and how he would potentially be giving up some weight versus Barbosa. We also talked about some potential interesting challenger matchups for whoever takes the title. Back at Light Heavyweight we talked about Nick Rodriguez vs Nata Tenca, we discussed some of Nata recent matchups that we had seen in the IBJJF circuit and discussed the counter play that Nick Rodriguez would most likely employ.  In Fion Davies vs Jaime Fragoso we discussed the matchmaking and the potential strategy for Ffion most likely choosing to work on top. We also discussed some of the pacing that might affect the outcome of this match. In our preview of Jasmine Rocha vs Karen Antunes we discussed the old guard versus the new guard with Jasmine coming off of a recent -55kg championship run at ADCC now matched up against the 2018 IBJJF Gi world champion in Karen.  In Pat Downey vs Ian Daube we discussed Pat's recent wrestling performance with his father and his corner at RAF and contrast that to Ian's recent ADCC trials performance before he tore his pec. We briefly discuss Liam Crelinsten vs Seilkhan Bolatbek, Martin Gonzalez vs João Nicolite and Tristan Sainz vs David Weintraub. Recorded 10-26-2026

  3. Oct 20

    #466 Polaris 39 Recap

    This week on the show, Maine and Josh recap Polaris 39 headlined by Tommy Langaker vs. Eoghan O'Flanagan for a number 1 seed shot at the 205 pound belt.   In the main event, we discussed the rematch between Tommy Langaker and Eoghan O'Flanagan we talk about the dynamic of the round structure and Tommy's late surge at the end that allows him to definitively take round three and win the match up.  We talk about his match up with the champion Owen Livsey and some possible strategies that we might see both athletes take in their upcoming light heavyweight title fight.  In the co main event Yuki Takahashi vs. Shay Montague for the Bantamweight Title, we talked about the strategy and pacing from both athletes with a tight decision win for Yuki Takahashi to become the new Bantamweight champion. We discussed Callen O'Mahony vs. Franco Tenaglia, that saw Callen O'Mahony Winwith an impressive triangle from the back set up in the first round. In Julia Livesey vs. Shye Lilly Julia Livesey, we discussed the third round transition that Julia made to finish with a mounted variation of either an arm triangle or smother.  In Kywan Gracie vs. Danny Mitchell, we talked about the transition game from Kywan Gracie in his armbar win. We also briefly discussed Shane Curtis vs. George Pearsewith Shane Curtis taking the winby decision Recorded 10-17-2026

  4. Oct 13

    #465 UFC BJJ 12 Recap The Bad The Good and the Bad

    This week on the show, Maine and Josh recap the UFC BJJ 12 headlined by the culmination to the Women's Flyweight tournament betweenCassia Mouravs Adele Fornarinofor the 125 pound belt. We talk about the Split decision, and general complete lack of clarity on exactly what the rule set were the judges are looking for in any of these matches. In the co-main event for the Lightweight Titlewe discussed Renato Canutovs Ethan Crelinsten, we talked about the pacing from Canuto and Ethan's entries ultimately with Canuto taking a clean unanimous decision for the title. We discussed Gabriel Almeidavs Gilbert Burnsround 1 Heel Hook and how the entry from Gabriel with a clean back up, led to the finish when Burns got caught up against the bowl wall. At Women's Strawweightin Thaynara Victoriavs Danielle Kelly we talked about the transition from the guard where Victoria was able to submit Kelly with an Armbar.  We also discussed the matchmaking between Landon Elmorevs Max Livingston and Landon's straight ankle lock finish in the first round.   We also briefly discussed Kade Anastasiosvs Ataide RafaelHeel Hook in round 1. We finish off the recap by discussing the problems with the matchmaking and generally the aimless management of the divisions and product as a whole. Attempting to highlights specific issues that we have with the product as viewers, practitioners, and analysts of the sport. Recorded 10-11-2026

  5. Oct 6

    #464 (Special) ADCC Top Moments All Time

    This week Maine and Josh discussed some of the top moments of ADCC that stick out in our head.  On this special show, we discussed some of the most memorable moments in our heads related to ADCC.  This show is very off the cuff and is a late replacement recording for the scheduled show for this week. Regularly formatted shows with recaps and breakdowns on professional matchups will pick back up this following week. Recorded 9-27-2026

  6. Sep 29

    #463 UFC BJJ 11 Mikey Musumeci vs Bryce Mitchell Recap

    This week on the show, Maine and Josh recap UFC BJJ 11 Mikey Musumeci vs Bryce Mitchell and Mason Fowler vs Nick Rodriguez. We went through the results of all of the matches that essentially went exactly as we had previewed them the week prior.  We discussed some of the matchmaking choices on the card and from the organization as a whole, then discuss the rule that consistently leads to draws for Nick Rodriguez.  Recorded 9-27-2026

  7. Sep 22

    #462 UFC BJJ 11 Nick Rodriguez vs Mason Fowler II Preview

    This week on the show, Maine and Miranda preview the UFC BJJ 11. We preview the main event this time at featherweight between Mikey Musumeci vs Bryce Mitchell. With Mikey coming up as the bantamweight champion, we talk about how odd the matchmaking is for this in generally are surprised that it is the main event versus the on paper cocaine headline of the Light Heavyweight Title Match between Mason Fowler vs Nick Rodriguez II. We take a look at their first matchup more than two years ago and talk about the difference between the Fight Pass Invitational rules and the UFC BJJ rules. We discussed the guard sequences in the first matchup and potential pathways to victory for Mason with changes to his strategy and for Rodriguez in the bowl. At Women’s Featherweight we discuss Aurelie Le Vern vs Rana Willink, with La Vern recently coming off, losing her championship title looking to get back in the title picture. At Middleweight we discussed the return of Jay Rodriguez vs Kevin Beuhring. We talk about Rodriguez's long absence and the contrast of styles between Kevin and Jay.  Recorded 9-20-2026

  8. Sep 15

    #461 ADCC 2026 Full Recap

    This week on the show, Maine and Austin recap the entirety of ADCC 2026. We discussed every single match in every single division and breakdown all the top moments across the entirety of the 2026 world championship.   We break down the men's -66 kg division, -77 KG division -88 KG division, -99 KG division, +99 KG as well as the absolute and the super fight. Plus the women's -55 KG, -65 KG, and +65 KG divisions.  We talk about the biggest upsets some of the wildest techniques of the weekend, and the event and production overall. Recorded 9-14-2026

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