How did Tarik Hostock win IBJJF World Championship gold after years of falling just short?

The Norwegian grappler, well known for creating the Tarikoplata, received his black belt at the end of 2021.

Since then Tarik has been trying to win IBJJF Worlds gold in either gi or no gi.

After a few quarter-final defeats along the way, this year he finally topped the podium.

In this edition of the Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Tarik discusses his career with host Ross, before explaining the steps he took to win IBJJF No Gi Worlds gold.

00:00 Intro

03:50 What an Athlete Wants From a Coach

06:32 Reflections on Winning IBJJF No Gi Worlds

17:56 Making Technical Avancements

34:20 Motivating Factors

39:15 Tactical Developments in Elite Competition

43:17 Training Strategies

49:42 Success and Overcoming Hurdles

01:01:28 Conclusion

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UFC BJJ has put together its best show to date, but who is going to win the exciting matches on the show?

Both Tackett brothers are in action, as well as Dorian Olivarez.

On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Calum and Ross run through the whole event.

Also on his week is IBJJF no gi Worlds, which we preview.

Meanwhile we look back on the recent Marcelo Garcia v Lachlan Giles and Luke Griffith v Felipe Pena matches, updating our rankings in the process.

00:00 Intro

01:25 More Thoughts on Lachlan Giles vs. Marcelo Garcia

06:19 Latest OP

23:16 Previewing UFC BJJ 4: Key Matches to Watch

29:56 IBJJF No gi Worlds: Anticipated Competitors

32:48 Conclusion

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Marcelo Garcia may have lost to Lachlan Giles but he is still the GOAT.

The Australian enjoyed a perfect ending to his career as he secured a highlight reel submission.

In the build-up to the One Championship event, we discussed who is the GOAT.

The more we talked about Marcelo, the stronger his case. Right now it seems he is the greatest to ever do it in no gi grappling.

That puts him ahead of the Roger Gracie and Gordon Ryan.

But in his most recent outing, Marcelo was submitted by Lachlan Giles, who announced his retirement after the match.

There was also a Who's Number One? event this weekend, where Luke Griffith secured a submission win over Felipe Pena in the main event.

On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Ross discusses all the action. Do you agree or disagree with any of his opinions? Jump into the comments and let him know.

00:00 Lachlan Giles vs. Marcelo Garcia: A Historic Match

13:16 Who's Number One: Highlights and Key Performances

23:16 Marcelo's still the GOAT

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Can Luke Griffith catch Felipe Pena in a submission and make him tap out?

Across the four grappling matches between Felipe and Gordon Ryan, that is something Luke's team-mate was unable to achieve.

The South African has lost twice against Pena, but is hoping to turn the tables at Who's Number One?

On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Calum and Ross discuss that event, as well as the first ADCC Asia and Oceania Trials.

00:00 Previewing Who's Number One: Pena vs. Griffith

05:59 Analyzing Key Matches: Corbe vs. Pato

09:14 Helena is One of The Top Grapplers Right Now

12:15 Generational Clash: Xande vs. Faris

16:44 Great to Have Gabi in Nogi

18:00 ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials Preview

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What are the reasons why Marcelo Garcia could be considered the greatest grappler of all time?

We set out the case for giving him that title, ahead of jiu jitsu greats such as Gordon Ryan and Roger Gracie.

On the latest Jiu Jitsu Oracle, Calum and Ross also discuss Marcelo's return to grappling, against Lachlan Giles in One Championship.

What do you think of the GOAT debate? How do you think Marcelo v Lachlan will go? Get into the comments and let us know.

00:00 Intro

00:31 The Excitement of Marcelo versus Lachlan

04:56 Match Dynamics: Strategies and Styles

13:01 Marcelo Garcia: The Case for the GOAT

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After three big grappling events recently we've updated our choice of the top six grapplers in the world. Who makes the cut?

ADCC East Coast Trials champ Dorian Olivarez is on the list, having made great strides under the tutelage of John Danaher and Gordon Ryan at Kingsway.

But who joins the -66kg powerhouse on the OP - the Jiu Jitsu Oracle's ranking of the best of the best?

We consider contenders who produced standout performances at BJJ Stars and IBJJF's The Crown. Tune in to hear our reviews of the shows and analysis of who had the best wins.

00:00 Introduction

01:48 Highlights from East Coast Trials

06:37 BJJ Stars Standout Performances

10:54 The Crown Event Highlights

18:21 Latest OP

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Which grapplers are currently must-see?

And is there anyone more exciting than Mateusz Szczecinski?

After recent events from Quintet, WNO and Polaris, it's time for the second Oracle Poll, where we rank the hottest grapplers right now.

Watch this episode to find out which six athletes you need to be watching and find out who is the Jiu Jitsu Oracle's current number one grappler in the world.

00:00 Introduction to the Oracle Poll

03:05 Spotlight on Pawel Jaworski

05:11 Eoghan O'Flanagan's Rise

08:00 Helena's Consistency

10:03 Andrew Tackett's Position

12:25 Nicky Rod's Visibility

14:12 Craig Jones: The Controversial Figure

19:42 Mateusz Szczecinski: The Top Contender

25:25 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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The Jiu Jitsu Oracle has created a new ranking to find out who is at the top of the grappling scene.

Could it be CJI mastermind Craig Jones? The hero of B-Team's CJI 2 victory, Nicky Rod? Someone from UFC BJJ? Or another grappler entirely?

Tune in to find out who is our first number one.

00:00 Introduction to the Ranking Criteria

01:08 Kenta Iwamoto: The Rising Star

04:33 Dorian Olivarez: Impressive Performances

05:55 Helena Crevar: The Emerging Talent

08:31 Owen Jones: The Entertainer

10:24 Keith Krikorian: Not a Fan of Moneyberg

11:52 Victor Hugo: The Heavy Hitter

14:09 Pawel Jaworski: King of the False Reap

15:58 Marcelo Garcia: The GOAT Debate

21:11 Andrew Tackett: Future Superstar

29:00 Nicky Rod: The Controversial Champion

33:40 Craig Jones: Marketing Mastermind

36:48 The Final List

41:27 The Final List Continued

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Hosts: Calum Burke and Ross McTavish