The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) has released its highly anticipated brackets – and the lineup is nothing short of spectacular!
The event, set to take place on August 16 and 17, features some of the biggest names in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and grappling.
Craig Jones himself headlines the event, facing off in a unique men vs. women superfight against IBJJF Hall of Famer Gabi Garcia.
This match has generated significant attention due to its intergender nature and the star power of both competitors.
On the same night, UFC star and former ADCC champion Mackenzie Dern will take on former ADCC champion Ffion Davies in another highly anticipated superfight.
The tournament’s first day kicks off on August 16 at 6 p.m. ET, with the second day starting at 8 p.m. ET.
Fans can catch all the action for free on YouTube, making it accessible to a global audience.
Over 80kg First Round Matchups:
- Nicky Rod vs. Max Gimenis
- Owen Livesey vs. Mahamed Aly
- Adam Bradley vs. Kyle Boehm
- Luke Rockhold vs. Pat Downey
- William Tackett vs. Joao Gabriel Rocha
- Fellipe Andrew vs. Daniel Kerkvliet
- Inacio Santos vs. Pedro Alex
- Victor Hugo vs. Lucas Kanard
Under 80kg First Round Matchups:
- Tye Ruotolo vs. Jason Nolf
- Roberto Jimenez vs. Levi Jones-Leary
- Lucas Barbosa vs. Kenta Iwamoto
- Jozef Chen vs. Andy Varela
- Nicky Ryan vs. Andrew Tackett
- Magid Hage vs. Eoghan O’Flanagan
- Renato Canuto vs. Tommy Langaker
- Kade Ruotolo vs. Matheus Diniz
Saturday’s Superfights:
- Craig Jones vs. Gabi Garcia
- Mackenzie Dern vs. Ffion Davies
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