Physical 100 star wins <b>jiu</b>-<b>jitsu</b> debut, CJI 2 adds wrestling star and ADCC champ - <b>BJJ</b> Beat
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Steve Hamoen

Physical 100 star wins <b>jiu</b>-<b>jitsu</b> debut, CJI 2 adds wrestling star and ADCC champ - <b>BJJ</b> Beat

E217 • Jul 9, 2025 • 3 mins

In episode 217 of Grappler News, Steve Hamoen begins with an introduction and details Jang Eun Sil's debut in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, exploring the significance of her entry into the sport. The episode then transitions to updates on Combat Jiu-Jitsu and Polaris Squads, providing listeners with the latest developments and upcoming events in these exciting formats. A preview of Who's Number One 29 follows, highlighting key matchups and competitors to watch. The episode wraps up with a lighthearted segment on jiu-jitsu humor, offering a fun and engaging conclusion to the episode.

Key Points

  • Jang Eun Sil, the South Korean wrestling champ and Netflix star, made her Brazilian jiu-jitsu debut, winning double gold in her first competition but facing challenges in her second outing.
  • The Combat Jiu-Jitsu Invitational 2 boasts a historic $100,000 women's division with Ana Carolina Vieira and a $1 million team tournament featuring wrestling star Pat Downey.
  • Team North America narrowly defeated Team Europe 11-10 at Polaris Squads, highlighted by standout performances from Helena Crevar and Margot Ciccarelli.
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