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Craig Jones Declares “ADCC Ain’t Dead” — Says UFC BJJ Can’t Match Its Legacy, Prestige or Ability to Create Stars

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September 14, 2026

After years of attacking ADCC and launching CJI as its biggest rival, Craig Jones has delivered perhaps his most surprising verdict yet: ADCC 2026 proved that the legendary tournament still matters — and, in his view, UFC BJJ hasn’t come close to recreating its magic. Craig Jones has never been afraid to criticize ADCC. He […]

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