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CJI 2: Craig Jones’ Bold Gamble and Grappling’s Never-Ending Struggle for Prestige

Editorial/Opinion

Creating a professional grappling circuit that bridges prestige and profitability has been the holy grail of our sport for the last decade. Ever since Gordon Ryan slapped a Burger King crown on his head, every competitor chasing a NAGA belt has dreamed of the day they could make enough money competing to move off their

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My Love/Hate Relationship With Professional Jiu-Jitsu

Jiu-Jitsu Life

Written in 2021 Professional jiu-jitsu has become a business now—complete with high-dollar matchmakers and star athletes exhibiting all the traits expected from their newfound fame and fortune. As the sport grows to new, previously unthinkable heights, many purists are torn between celebrating the increased interest in their passion and lamenting the necessary changes that have

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