In this episode of Chingasos Combat Crew, we dive into the thrilling world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. We start by discussing the highly anticipated IBJJF Worlds 2023 and highlight the divisions and top contenders to watch out for. From roosters to heavyweights, we cover the stars and potential upsets that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Next, we shift gears to the latest season of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF 31) and explore the bantamweight and lightweight divisions, separating veterans from prospects and discussing which team they align with. We review the exciting lightweight bout between Roosevelt Roberts and Nate Jennerman, analyzing the 8-second KO and sharing our thoughts on the show's evolution.
The ongoing Twitter feud between Alexander Volkanovski and Conner McGregor takes center stage as we debate the appropriate weight class for their potential fight and predict who would come out on top. We also delve into the verbal agreement between Mateusz Gamrot and Rafael Fiziev for a September fight, with Gamrot pushing for 5 rounds.
Shifting our focus to the Asian martial arts scene, we discuss the upcoming ONE Championship card featuring Tonon vs. Gasanov, two exceptional grapplers ready to engage in a ground war.
We then explore the upcoming Bellator x RIZIN 2 cross promotion event, highlighting the AJ McKee vs. Patricky Pitbull fight as part of Bellator's Lightweight Grand Prix and the clash between Kyoji Horiguchi and Makoto "Shinruy" Takashi for Bellator's inaugural Flyweight belt. We explain the unique dynamics of the event, including the different fighting setups.
Continuing the conversation, we address the challenges Jiu-Jitsu faces in MMA and potential solutions. We challenge the notion that full guard is outdated and explore various BJJ styles that can be effective in MMA. We also discuss the difficulty of securing submissions in MMA fights compared to local tournaments, emphasizing the importance of flawless technique and submission mechanics.
To wrap up, we give our fight picks and statistics for UFC 289, featuring an explosive prelims matchup between Nassourdine Imavov and Chris Curtis, as well as the co-main event between Beneil Dariush and Charles Oliveira. We culminate with the highly anticipated main event clash between Amanda Nunes and Irene Aldana.
