The much anticipated Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) concluded last month, and it really challenged the status quo of submission grappling as a sport. In this episode, Shintaro recaps what really stood out to him while watching CJI– its accessibility through platforms like YouTube and Instagram, the high-stakes million-dollar cash prize, and the strategic sponsorship choices that appealed to the event's audience.

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:01:10) Accessibility and Streaming of CJI

(00:03:28) Comparisons with Other Grappling-focused Streaming Services

(00:06:10) Big Sponsors at CJI

(00:07:23) Rule Sets in Submission Grappling

(00:11:35) Thoughts on Cash Prizes

(00:16:57) The Role of a Unified Governing Body