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The Return Of Gi: J-Rod's Unexpected Training Shift

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March 30, 2025 · 17:25 · S5E451

The jiu-jitsu world is buzzing with an unexpected development: J-Rod, the ADCC silver medalist known almost exclusively for his no-gi prowess, has been spotted training in the gi with Tainan Dalpra at AOJ. This surprising shift has sparked fascinating conversations about what might be a cultural turning point in the sport. In order to have the GOAT conversation do you need to include both of the arts? Find out here why this may be very important for the resurrection of gi jiu jitsu and how someone like J Rod could bring the gi back to fame.

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