Here’s a quick round-up of the biggest news from the world of jiu-jitsu. 

Keenan, Doederlein Qualify for World Pro

The Los Angeles National Pro gave athletes the chance to qualify for World Pro in Abu Dhabi, and Keenan subbed his way to the top of the podium. 

Featherweight Isaac Doederlein of Alliance defeated AJ Agazarm 3-0 in the final of the lightweight absolute to secure his ticket.




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Gordon Ryan Wins EBI – Again!

Another EBI, another gigantic title belt given to Gordon Ryan! The ‘Danaher Death Squad’ rep won the maximum $20,000 prize by submitting all of his opponents in regulation time. The 170lb tournament marks the third EBI Ryan has won, following wins at 185lb and Openweight. 

Results:
First Round 
Gordon Ryan def Jean Paul Lebosnoyani via RNC
Chris McKarski vs Dustin Akbari: Akbari injured, unable to continue 
Marcel Goncalves def Oliver Taza in OT (fastest escape)
Dan Borovic def Kyle Griffin via triangle/kimura
Sergio Ardila def Richie Martinez via ankle lock
Vagner Rocha def Joe Baize in OT (fastest submission)
Darragh O’Conaill def Jose Llanas in OT (fastest submission)
Craig Jones def Nathan Orchard via heel hook

Quarter Finals 
Gordon Ryan def Chris McKarski via  guillotine
Marcel Goncalves def Dan Borovic in OT (fastest escape)
Vagner Rocha def Sergio Ardila via choke
Craig Jones def Darragh O’Conaill via heel hook

Semi Finals
Gordon Ryan def Marcel Goncalves via choke from the back
Vagner Rocha def Craig Jones in OT (fastest escape)

Final
Gordon Ryan def Vagner Rocha via  RNC

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Pe de Pano vs Gabriel Gonzaga

Following on from the announcement of the ‘Legends’ superfights scheduled for World Pro, it has been confirmed that Marcio ‘Pe de Pano’ Cruz will face off with former UFC fighter Gabriel Gonzaga.


So far, the confirmed Legends matches are: 

• ​Megaton Diaz vs Helio ‘Soneca’ Moreira 
  
• Alexandre ‘Soca’ Freitas vs Baret Yoshida 
  
• Kenny Florian vs Vitor ’Shaolin’ Ribeiro 
  
• Marcio ‘Pe de Pano’ Cruz vs Gabriel Gonzaga 
  
• with more TBA...
  

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