The athlete index
27 athletes we've covered. Click into any to see every blog post, satire piece, short, digest, and outbound headline that mentions them.
Craig Jones
19 ITEMSLeg lock pioneer and multiple-time ADCC finalist with an analytical approach to the position.
Mikey Musumeci
17 ITEMSIncredibly technical leg locker who dominated the featherweight division in ADCC.
Gordon Ryan
11 ITEMSMulti-time ADCC champion, the most dominant no-gi competitor of the 2020s.
Dillon Danis
10 ITEMSNo-gi specialist known for leg lock versatility and crossover ventures into MMA.
André Galvão
9 ITEMSHall of Famer and multiple-time World Champion and ADCC medalist, renowned instructor.
Buchecha
8 ITEMSFive-time World Champion and legendary heavyweight with a precision passing game.
Kade Ruotolo
3 ITEMSYoung phenom alongside twin brother Tye, making waves in both gi and no-gi competition.
Nicky Rod
3 ITEMSRising star in both gi and no-gi, known for high-paced leg lock attacks.
Diego Pato
2 ITEMSBrazilian star with multiple podiums at IBJJF and superior passing techniques.
Beatriz Mesquita
1 ITEMSMultiple-time World Champion and ADCC medalist with explosive wrestling and submissions.
Keenan Cornelius
1 ITEMSInnovative competitor and instructor known for developing leg lock systems from the top.
Luke Griffith
1 ITEMSTalented featherweight with finishes in major tournaments and a strong wrestling base.
Roger Gracie
1 ITEMSLegendary fighter and instructor with a dominant legacy in both MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Tye Ruotolo
1 ITEMSTwin brother of Kade, together dominating the lightweight division with leg lock expertise.
Victor Hugo
1 ITEMSDecorated Brazilian competitor with multiple World titles and a submission-focused approach.
Diogo Reis
0 ITEMSBrazilian gi specialist with multiple podiums in the World Pro League and international championships.
Elisabeth Clay
0 ITEMSYoung featherweight rising through the ranks with strong conditioning and technical depth.
Felipe Pena
0 ITEMSMulti-time World Champion known for his versatility and complete jiu-jitsu game.
Ffion Davies
0 ITEMSBritish competitor with international success and a technical leg lock game.
Gabi Garcia
0 ITEMSHeavyweight pioneer with a dominant legacy in women's jiu-jitsu and exceptional strength.
Helena Crevar
0 ITEMSRising featherweight with impressive finishes and technical leg lock systems.
Leandro Lo
0 ITEMSFive-time World Champion with an aggressive guard-based style and creative leg lock entries.
Levi Jones-Leary
0 ITEMSRising competitor with submissions from unconventional positions and high-level competitors.
Mayssa Bastos
0 ITEMSBrazilian competitor known for aggressive guard work and international tournament success.
Tainan Dalpra
0 ITEMSBrazilian lightweight with strong leg lock defense and fluid takedown transitions.
Xande Ribeiro
0 ITEMSHall of Famer and World Champion multiple times over, renowned for his teaching and innovation.
Yuri Simões
0 ITEMSDominant heavyweight and ADCC gold medalist known for explosive attacks and wrestling.