2016 Copa Podio Middleweight Grand PrixOct 18, 2016 by Chase Smith
Pro Jiu-Jitsu Mega-Weekend: Copa Podio, Fight To Win, Tokyo Grand Slam
Pro Jiu-Jitsu Mega-Weekend: Copa Podio, Fight To Win, Tokyo Grand Slam
This weekend promises a trio of absolutely monster events for professional jiu-jitsu: Copa Podio Heavyweight GP, Fight To Win Pro 16, and UAEJJF Tokyo Grand Slam will all be broadcast LIVE on FloGrappling on October 22-23.
This weekend promises a trio of absolutely monster events for professional jiu-jitsu: Copa Podio Heavyweight GP, Fight To Win Pro 16, and UAEJJF Tokyo Grand Slam will all be broadcast LIVE on FloGrappling on October 22-23. This means the FloGrappling team will be spread across three continents in order to bring you the very best in bjj coverage. On Saturday, Hywel will be in Sao Paulo for Copa Podio, and Reid is going to Vegas for Fight To Win Pro. On Sunday, Chase will getting lost in Japan for the Grand Slam.
Remember, your FloPro account gets you access to every live event, documentary series, and event replays on the site. FloPro is now also available on Roku and Apple TV 4 when you download the FloSports app. Sign up today.
When: Saturday, October 22 | Live Stream: 3 PM CST | Where: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Copa Podio has continually proven itself to be the most exciting professional jiu-jitsu promotion on earth. Leandro Lo will face rival Erberth Santos yet again -- a matchup that will see two men in the prime of their careers throw down in explosive fashion. Alexander Trans, Cassio Silva, and Isaque Bahiense also promise to shake things up and make a real threat for the crown. FloGrappling's Hywel Teague and Riccardo Ammendolia will be provding live commentary and coverage. Action begins at 3 PM CST - > Get access to the live stream now
UAEJJF Grand Slam World Tour Tokyo, Japan
When: Sunday, October 23 | Live Stream: 8 PM CST | Where: Tokyo, Japan
The second event of the UAEJJF Grand Slam kicks off October 23 in Tokyo! The event is only one day and without a no-gi division, but there are plenty of interesting matchups to be seen. Xande Ribeiro and Felipe Pena are in the same division, and Gabriel Arges could likely face Faisal Al Ketbi. Mackenzie Dern is confirmed to compete, plus other jiu-jitsu standouts like Roberto Satoshi, Igor Silva, and Ricardo Evangelista will all be competing. The stakes are high as the winner secures a place at the Abu Dhabi World Pro this spring. Action begins at 8 PM CST - > Get access to the live stream now
When: Saturday, October 22 | Live Stream: 8 PM CST | Where: Las Vegas, NV
Unfortunately, Luiz Panza injured his knee this past weekend and has been forced to pull out of the event. Don't fret though, Bill "The Grill" Cooper vs. Dustin Akbari has been set has the main event and is sure to be an absolutely insane match. Talita Alencar vs. Maxine Thylin is also on the card. As always there are a total of 25 superfights, featuring the best in local heroes and up-and-coming talent. John Evans will be in the commentary booth. Action starts at 8 PM CST -> Get access to the live stream now
Remember, your FloPro account gets you access to every live event, documentary series, and event replays on the site. FloPro is now also available on Roku and Apple TV 4 when you download the FloSports app. Sign up today.
Copa Podio Heavyweight Grand Prix
When: Saturday, October 22 | Live Stream: 3 PM CST | Where: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Copa Podio has continually proven itself to be the most exciting professional jiu-jitsu promotion on earth. Leandro Lo will face rival Erberth Santos yet again -- a matchup that will see two men in the prime of their careers throw down in explosive fashion. Alexander Trans, Cassio Silva, and Isaque Bahiense also promise to shake things up and make a real threat for the crown. FloGrappling's Hywel Teague and Riccardo Ammendolia will be provding live commentary and coverage. Action begins at 3 PM CST - > Get access to the live stream now
UAEJJF Grand Slam World Tour Tokyo, Japan
When: Sunday, October 23 | Live Stream: 8 PM CST | Where: Tokyo, Japan
The second event of the UAEJJF Grand Slam kicks off October 23 in Tokyo! The event is only one day and without a no-gi division, but there are plenty of interesting matchups to be seen. Xande Ribeiro and Felipe Pena are in the same division, and Gabriel Arges could likely face Faisal Al Ketbi. Mackenzie Dern is confirmed to compete, plus other jiu-jitsu standouts like Roberto Satoshi, Igor Silva, and Ricardo Evangelista will all be competing. The stakes are high as the winner secures a place at the Abu Dhabi World Pro this spring. Action begins at 8 PM CST - > Get access to the live stream now
Fight To Win Pro 16
When: Saturday, October 22 | Live Stream: 8 PM CST | Where: Las Vegas, NV
Unfortunately, Luiz Panza injured his knee this past weekend and has been forced to pull out of the event. Don't fret though, Bill "The Grill" Cooper vs. Dustin Akbari has been set has the main event and is sure to be an absolutely insane match. Talita Alencar vs. Maxine Thylin is also on the card. As always there are a total of 25 superfights, featuring the best in local heroes and up-and-coming talent. John Evans will be in the commentary booth. Action starts at 8 PM CST -> Get access to the live stream now