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In recent years, the rise of Dagestani fighters such as Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev has brought grappling to the forefront of the UFC. The dominance of these fighters has led to an increased emphasis on grappling and wrestling in the sport. However, grappling and wrestling have been integral parts of MMA for a long time.

Wrestling is one of the most demanding sports, requiring strength, agility, and quick reflexes. It is a critical skill in MMA, where fighters need to take down their opponents and control them on the ground. Grappling, particularly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, is also essential, as it allows fighters to submit their opponents through chokes and joint locks.

Dana White posts an old BJJ video

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Dana White‘s recent post of a video featuring Renzo and Ryan Gracie is a testament to the importance of grappling and wrestling in MMA. The Gracie brothers are renowned for their skills in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and their expertise has influenced the development of the sport. Their influence has passed onto elite BJJ practitioners, such as Gordon Ryan. In the video, the brothers showcase their incredible skills and knowledge of grappling with lightning-fast transitions and submission attempts.

 

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Fans were quick to praise the Gracie brothers’ skills, with some describing them as legends and marveling at their knowledge and technique. Some even compared them to modern MMA legends like Khabib Nurmagomedov. Here are some of the fan reactions –

.One fan commented – “That’s a level of knowledge and skill that very few people in the world will achieve, in anything not just ju-jitsu.”

One fan said – “Bruh. Godzilla vs King Kong”

Another one commented – “Imagine Christmas at the Gracies”

Another one said – “Looks like two Komodo dragons in a turf war”

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One said – “What if he faced Khabib both in prime time”

One fan made a suggestion for Dana White and said – “More of this, less of Slap League, please”

Another one said – “Whoa that was amazing some serious skills being displayed from legends”

One fan commented – “Is this how the Gracies settled disputes at home?”

Renzo Gracie, Ryan Gracie, and the Gracie family

The MMA world knows Renzo Gracie not just for his own success in MMA, but also for his role as a coach and mentor. He has trained many successful fighters, including Georges St. Pierre and Matt Serra. Renzo‘s influence has helped shape the sport of MMA and contributed to the rise of grappling in the UFC.

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Sadly, Ryan Gracie‘s life ended tragically in 2007. Gracie passed away in a jail cell in Brazil after the authorities arrested him for an alleged motorcycle hijack. They both belong to the Gracie family. Fans regard the Gracie family as one of the most influential families in the history of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Today, the Gracie family continues to promote BJJ through their academies and tournaments around the world.

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