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MUST SEE: Ryan Hall Becomes First To Submit BJ Penn

MUST SEE: Ryan Hall Becomes First To Submit BJ Penn

Many wondered how the jiu-jitsu of both Ryan Hall and BJ Penn would stack up against each other and on Saturday night we found out.

Dec 30, 2018 by Reid Connell
MUST SEE: Ryan Hall Becomes First To Submit BJ Penn

Many wondered how the jiu-jitsu of both Ryan Hall and BJ Penn would stack up against each other and on Saturday night we found out.

One of the most anticipated bouts (for grapplers at least) on the card saw former UFC two weight division champion take on decorated grappler Ryan Hall at UFC 232. The fight was short but ended with a decisive submission victory for Hall. The finish is one of the most beautifully executed heel hooks in the history of the UFC and earned Hall a performance of the night bonus.

Take a look at the finish below:

Hear Hall's thoughts on Penn's defense to the leg attack:


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