CJI is back - here's what we know about the return of the best grappling event

Gordon Ryan made no gi grappling popular but gi competitions are better

The elite gi grappling scene is where the best BJJ competition is happening right now. No gi jiu jitsu has seemingly had the most popular events in recent years, boosted by the influence of Gordon Ryan. The Jiu Jitsu Oracle's highest engagement has been when ADCC and CJI are happening. But the most famous no gi athletes, Gordon and Craig Jones, appear to be retired. And the best grappling matches are currently happening in the gi in the IBJJF. Those tournaments have the deepest divisions and lots of exciting contests at each major. So host Ross has stated that the elite gi competition scene is better than no gi. Joining him to discuss that theory is Will Weisser of jiujitsu.net Send your comments and questions to: jiujitsuoracle@gmail.com Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle To learn more about where we train, search all the usual platforms for SBG Aberdeen.

Nobody's a better grappler right now than Dorian Olivarez

Who can challenge Dorian Olivarez?The young jiu jitsu ace seems to have the ideal blend of submission grappling and wrestling.Following his latest victory, at WNO, the Jiu Jitsu Oracle asks, who is a viable opponent for the Kingsway standout?Hosts Calum and Ross also reflect on the recent UFC BJJ show and look ahead to events from One, ADCC and CJI.00:00 Introduction00:40 WNO Grand Prix Highlights05:53 Future Matches for Dorian Olivarez09:04 Upcoming Matches in One Championship12:39 Challenges in UFC BJJ Matchmaking19:26 Analysis of Andrew Tackett vs. Vagner Rocha24:57 Declan Moody's Performance and Future Prospects27:59 Comparing Gi and No Gi Scenes29:56 Potential Matches for Mikey Musumeci and Andrew TackettSend your comments and questions to: jiujitsuoracle@gmail.comFind us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracleTo learn more about where we train, search all the usual platforms for SBG Aberdeen.Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish

Our 8 picks to make CJI 2.5 the greatest ever grappling tournament

Which 8 grapplers should Craig Jones pick to make CJI 2.5 the best ever jiu jitsu tournament? The Australian has announced there will be a one-night event in July with a $10 million prize pool. What should be the structure of the competition? Should there be the weight limit? And who will be available? Is Andrew Tackett exclusive to UFC BJJ? What about Kade Ruotolo and One? On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Calum and Ross discuss how they would book the event. Please let us know your suggestions in the comments. 00:00 Introduction to CJI 2.5 02:49 The Prize Pool and Its Implications 05:12 Weight Class and Structure Considerations 13:52 Potential Competitors and Matchups 31:48 Wrap-Up Send your comments and questions to: jiujitsuoracle@gmail.com Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle To learn more about where we train, search all the usual platforms for SBG Aberdeen. Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish

CJI is back - here's what we know about the return of the best grappling event

Craig Jones has announced the return of CJI but what will the event look like? The Australian grappler shook up the jiu jitsu scene with his first two shows and now he is back for more. On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, host Ross covers what has been announced so far. As well as another CJI, there are also events by UFC BJJ, ADCC and WNO on the horizon. Tune into the Oracle where we give the latest news on all those BJJ promotions. 00:00 The Return of CJI 07:40 Upcoming Events in Jiu Jitsu Send your comments and questions to: jiujitsuoracle@gmail.com Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle To learn more about where we train, search all the usual platforms for SBG Aberdeen.

The best thing we've seen in jiu jitsu this year

Tye Ruotolo's spear tackle against Pawel Jaworski was the best thing we have seen in grappling this year. What's next for the winner of that match? Calum and Ross discuss that on the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, as well as giving their thoughts on recent UFC BJJ and ADCC events. 00:00 Introduction and analysis of Tye vs. Pawel 07:29 Discussion on UFC BJJ Event 22:27 ADCC South American Trials Overview Send your comments and questions to: jiujitsuoracle@gmail.com Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle To learn more about where we train, search all the usual platforms for SBG Aberdeen. Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish