Jiu Jitsu Oracle

The most prestigious competition in no gi submission grappling, ADCC, takes place on September 12 and 13 in Krakow, Poland.

Ahead of the event, the Jiu Jitsu Oracle has previewed every division.

Let us know what you think of our picks in the comment section.

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Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish

Brandon Reed is one of the grapplers in with a chance of winning the over 99kg bracket at ADCC 2026.

How do you think the heavyweight will do in Poland?

With Gordon Ryan absent, the bracket seems wide open with multiple athletes in contention.

As well as discussing September's big show, @brandonreed3x also gives his thoughts on wrestling in jiu jitsu and why he enjoys CLA training for grappling.

Please leave your comments and host Ross will try his best to reply to all of them.

00:00 Intro

07:29 Wrestling in Jiu Jitsu

19:32 ADCC

38:11 Training Strategies

58:25 Looking Ahead: Competing at ADCC

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We know who is going to ADCC 2026, but who will win gold at this year's biggest grappling event?

Will Kaynan Duarte add to his four golds from previous tournaments and move closer to Gordon Ryan, who has won seven ADCC titles?

On this edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, hosts Calum and Ross give their early predictions for all the divisions.

They also discuss the controversy over whether Isaak Michell will participate.

00:00 Introduction to ADCC 2026 Predictions

08:40 Controversial Participation: Isaak Michell

13:18 Predictions for the Male Wight Classes

35:35 Women's Divisions Overview

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Who is going to ADCC? The promotion has confirmed every grappler who has made the cut for the 2026 World Championships.

The Jiu Jitsu Oracle looks at who is going to Poland and who is the favourite to win each division.

Host Ross also considers why so many top competitors are missing, including previous champions Baby Shark, Mica Galvao and Giancarlo Bodoni.

With superstars Gordon Ryan and Craig Jones also not involved, there is a chance for new stars to be made - who will rise to the challenge?

If you have any thoughts, please comment and let us know.

00:00 Intro

02:30 Male Division Insights

13:55 Thoughts on the Women's Divisions

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Gordon Ryan claims Michael Jordan is not as good at basketball as he is at grappling.Is Gordon right?On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, hosts Ross and Calum analyse that question, as well as giving their thoughts on the current state of jiu jitsu.00:00 The Current State of Jiu Jitsu12:51 The Nogi Scene: Stars and Stagnation25:39 IBJJF Worlds: Controversies and CloseoutsSend your comments and questions to: [email protected] 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

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

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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: [email protected] 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

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

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Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish

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

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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

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Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish