ADCC 2026 was mostly awesome but changes are needed

Mica Galvao's return to elite competion is the most-anticipated part of Sunday's IBJJF The Crown event.How do you think he will perform?We have not seen the Brazilian grappler face top competition since CJI 2 last year.Mica will be tested at the IBJJF showcase, with his toughest challenge in the middleweight division most likely coming from Andy Murasaki.Elsewhere we will see leading gi grapplers Erich Munis, Gabi Pessanha and Sarah Galvao return to the mats.Who are you most looking forwad to seeing?On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, hosts Calum and Ross give their predictions.Send 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

William Tackett has called on UFC BJJ grapplers to make the most of their chances.The middleweight won the vacant title with a submission victory over Jacob Rodriguez.After this victory at UFC BJJ 13, Tackett then told his fellow grapplers to make sure they are in exciting matches.What did you make of William's perforance and his post-match comments?And what did you think of big wins for Nicky Rod, Jalen Fonacier, Ffion Davies and Jasmine Rocha?On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle host Ross gives his thoughts on all of the main matches at UFC BJJ 13.Post your comments on the video. Send your questions to: [email protected] us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle

The UFC BJJ 13 main event between William Tackett and Jacob Rodriguez promises to be an all-action battle.But who will win the vacant middleweight championship?On the latest edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, hosts Calum and Ross preview the all big grappling matches on the show.Competitors on the latest UFC BJJ card include Nicky Rod, Ffion Davies, Jasmine Rocha and Pat Downey.Who do you think will win? Comment on our video and let us know.Send 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

Who should Craig Jones invite to CJI 3?The most eagerly-anticipated grappling event of 2027 has been confirmed.It is set to feature the same format as CJI 1 - so which grapplers should Craig invite to fill up the brackets?On the latest edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, hosts Calum and Ross name their picks.If you agree or disagree, please leave a comment.Send your 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

Did Cassia Moura deserve to beat Adele Fornarino at UFC BJJ?The Brazilian won via split decision. How did you score it?Most grappling fans seem to think Adele should have been awarded the victory.On this edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, host Ross explains how he scored the bout.His thoughts are informed by a recent chat with UFC BJJ judge Ricardo Almeida, which is available on this channel.Let us know your thoughts.Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle

Nicky Rod v Mason Fowler ended in a controversial draw at UFC BJJ 11.How did you score it?Ricardo Almeida was one of the UFC BJJ judges at the event.He also referees for the promotion.On the latest edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, host Ross spoke to Ricardo to better understand how UFC BJJ scoring works and why the match was ruled a split draw.Please let us know your takes on UFC BJJ by commenting on the video.Send your questions to: [email protected] us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle

Did Nicky Rod deserve to beat Mason Fowler at UFC BJJ 11?The match was controversially ruled a draw. How did you score it?At the grappling event in Las Vegas, we also saw Mikey Musumeci beat UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell.Were you impressed with Mikey's performance in the main event?On the latest edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, host Ross gives his thoughts on the show.Please let us know your takes on UFC BJJ by commenting on the video.Send your questions to: [email protected] us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle

UFC BJJ has previously aired for free on YouTube, but now it is exclusive to Fight Pass.That means grappling fans will have to pay to watch the events, starting with UFC BJJ 11.The show is headlined by Mikey Musumeci v Bryce Mitchell. The match most jiu jitsu fans will be interested in is Nicky Rod v Mason Fowler.Because UFC BJJ now has to convince fans to pay to watch their events, that should motivate them to produce exciting line-ups.Is this show worth paying for? Jiu Jitsu Oracle hosts Calum and Ross will be watching. On this edition of the podcast, they explain why.Send 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

ADCC 2026 had loads of exciting moments, from submissions to brawls featuring Gordon Ryan.But unfortunately two of the matches on the second day were boring.What can ADCC do to reduce the possibility of that happening again?Because otherwise, this year's grappling showcase was great.On this edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Ross runs though what he thought of the final day in Krakow, Poland.Whether you agree or disagree with what he thinks, please leave a comment.Find us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle

The first day of ADCC 2026 featured lots of action, including a wild brawl which Gordon Ryan was at the heart of.We know now who has made the semi-finals in all of the weight classes at this year's biggest grappling competition.Who will go on to win gold? On this edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Ross predicts the winners and looks back on all the best moments of a crazy day one in Krakow, Poland.Send your comments and questions to: [email protected] us on Instagram at: jiujitsuoracle