Diego Oliveira at CJI 2, BJJ Stars 16 Preview, and WNO 29 Rocha Family Highlights
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Steve Hamoen

Diego Oliveira at CJI 2, BJJ Stars 16 Preview, and WNO 29 Rocha Family Highlights

E230 • Jul 25, 2025 • 8 mins

In episode 230 of Grappler News, Steve Hamoen begins with an introduction and overview of the episode's main topics. The discussion kicks off with a focus on Diego "Pato" Oliveira's participation in CJI 2, exploring his training regimen, unique style, and competitive edge. The episode then shifts to BJJ Stars 16, providing details on the event, its standout competitors, and how listeners can tune in. Attention then turns to Who's Number One 29, highlighting Vagner Rocha's home-court advantage, Jasmine Rocha's upcoming bout, and the highly anticipated Rocha vs. Dale matchup. The episode wraps up with light-hearted jiu-jitsu humor, offering an informative and entertaining listen.

Key Points

  • Diego "Pato" Oliveira is set to compete for Team Atos at CJI 2, aiming to showcase his submission skills in the sixty-six kilogram division.
  • BJJ Stars 16 in São Paulo will feature an eight-man open-weight Grand Prix and thrilling super fights, with a significant prize for the Grand Prix winner.
  • Vagner Rocha, competing at WNO 29 in Miami, brings a fierce and controversial fighting style, along with a remarkable story of resilience following a medical scare.
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