Grapple Worlds Podcast

In Episode 9 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , Black Belt Martina Zola joins us ahead of her Grapple Worlds debut and 65kg Title Match against Melissa Hill at GW3. For Martina, the invitation came as both a surprise and an honour. She had already been watching Grapple Worlds from afar, including seeing Aino Kartela take the win at GW2 , so being invited to step onto the same stage herself was someth...

Sam Gibbs has beaten Jack Sear before. At Grapple Worlds 3, he intends to do it again - this time with a title on the line. In Episode 8 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , we meet Sam Gibbs ahead of his Grapple Worlds debut and Title Match against Jack Sear at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November. Sam and Jack aren't complete strangers on the competition mats. They previously met at ADCC Pro , where...

For years, Melissa Hill has admired Martina Zola. At Grapple Worlds 3, she gets to face her for the first time. In Episode 7 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , Black Belt Melissa Hill joins us ahead of her Grapple Worlds debut at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026. Melissa is returning to the competition circuit after navigating significant health challenges with Topical Steroid Withdrawal , whil...

Gavin Stewart has been behind the microphone at Grapple Worlds before. This time, he’s stepping onto the mats.   In Episode 6 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast, we meet Gavin “Razzamatazz” Stewart ahead of his Grapple Worlds competitive debut against Mo Coles at GW3.   Having previously brought his personality to Grapple Worlds as MC, Gavin is returning in a very different role, ready to com...

Willow Crawford is heading from New Hampshire to England for the very first time this November, and her destination is Grapple Worlds 3.   In Episode 5 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast, we get to know Willow ahead of her appearance at GW3 at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026 .   Willow has built her life around her commitment to Jiu Jitsu. Working as an Amazon delivery driver gives her...

In Episode 4, Lou is joined by Hayley Valentine , who will make her Grapple Worlds debut against Suzanne Wilson at GW3, taking place at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026.   But it turns out this isn't the first time their names have appeared together on a match card.   Hayley recently discovered that she and Suzanne were actually matched against each other back in 2022, when Hayley...

Welcome to Season 3 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , hosted by Lou Temlett.   In Episode 3, Lou is joined by Black Belt Mo Coles , ahead of his match against Gavin Stewart at Grapple Worlds 3, taking place at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026.   Mo and Gavin aren't stepping onto the mats together for the first time. Their paths previously crossed on the Polaris stage a few years ago,...

Welcome to Season 3 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , hosted by Lou Temlett.   In Episode 2, Lou is joined by Valter Cocco , who returns to the Grapple Worlds stage for GW3 at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026.   Grapple Worlds 2 was Valter’s first-ever Invitational — and now, ahead of his return for GW3, he joins Lou for another first: his first podcast appearance!   We get to k...

Welcome to Season 3 of The Grapple Worlds Podcast , hosted by Lou Temlett.   In the first episode of the new season, Lou is joined by Katie McShane , who will be making her Grapple Worlds debut at GW3 at Stadium MK on Saturday 7 November 2026.   Katie was promoted to Purple Belt in April 2026, and we get to know the person behind the competitor, talk Jiu Jitsu and look ahead to her first...

Charles Leonard is fighting out of the Blue Corner, and matches with Riley Daniels in the Red Corner for Grapple Worlds 2. Having met him at another recent invitational and got the decision win, Charles is ready to do it again. We wish him all the luck for his return to Grapple Worlds on Saturday 28th March.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/ Grapple Worlds i...

Chris Fensom, Michael Cragholm and Lou Temlett having a chit chat about being Commentators for Grapple Worlds 2. We reflect on GW1, Chris reflects on pre-GW, some match insights and performance athletes to watch. Everyone is bringing the entertainment!   Wish us all the luck for Grapple Worlds 2 on Saturday 28th March.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/ Grapp...

Ian Lunny is fighting out of the Blue Corner, and matches with Norman Saunders in the Red Corner for Grapple Worlds 2. Having leg locked Mike Clark(EP: 006) on GW1, Ian is back again this time over 10kg lighter with the support of Jay from BJJ Nutrition and SNC support from Mark Hibbard (EP: 008). We wish him all the luck for his return to Grapple Worlds on Saturday 28th March.   Get you...

Amy Derwanz is back for Grapple Worlds 2, with confidence, excitement and fighting spirit. She has had a period of time recovering, opening a new Jiu Jitsu school and continuing to run Jiu Jitsu camps. We wish her all the luck for her Grapple Worlds debut on Saturday 28th March.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/ Grapple Worlds is returning in March 2026 to bring...

Alex Rogers joins Grapple Worlds from the first time, flying in from the US. Check out this episode, he's had quite a journey to date and looks to be an exciting contender. We wish Alex all the best for Saturday 28th March.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/ Grapple Worlds is returning in March 2026 to bring you another night of high-intensity, submission-only NOG...

Mark Hibbard, the first of the Quintet line-up to take the mic on the Grapple Worlds Podcast. Mark is one fifth of the champions, 'Bristolian Bad Boys Flava'. He will be joined by Andy Valencia, Joe Matthews, Tom O'Hagan and Ash Gibson.   Mark is a coach at RR Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Hanham and will be looking to take home the win with his team mates. We wish them all the best of luck on Satur...

Robert Diserens is the 'cat man' of Jiu Jitsu, this time fighting out of the Blue Corner, and matches with Dylan Russell in the Red Corner for Grapple Worlds 2. Robert shares his love for Super Fights and the positive aspects around how he manages Type 1 Diabetes. More creative development may be afoot, with a new colour confectionary to ensure Roberts blood sugars stay balanced!   There are...

Mike Clark is fighting out of the Blue Corner, and matches with his fellow baldy, beardy opponent Dom Ilbury in the Red Corner for Grapple Worlds 2. We may have to reposition the lighting for this match up, and also seriously consider developing a Special Edition Guess Who Grapple Worlds. Honestly though, these guys are gonna put on a great show. Mike comes with a wealth of experience and wisdom t...

Rich McCann faces Lucas Yerrell on his debut match at Grapple Worlds 2. Rich is no stranger to Super Fights having appeared on Tanto and Jitz League, and is an internationally renowned Tattoo Artist based in Pontypridd, Wales.   Rich continues to share Power Ranger facts following on from Jay's episode. A reminder, this is a Jiu Jitsu Podcast!   Get your tickets for the event at: https:/...

Jay Herridge returns to Grapple Worlds 2, this time facing Johnathan Lewis. Jay showed up on Grapple Worlds 1 with a win against Jack Hampshaw with a Heel Bar! Jay is coming out strong for this new match up.   Jay talks tech, and Power Rangers, all 30 seasons of them. Check the details in this episode, it's truly mind blowing.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.co...

Dominic Ilbury is returning to Grapple Worlds, this time to face Mike Clark in the 90kg Prelim match. Lots of fun facts are discussed on the show, including the fact that his dog looks like him, or he looks like his dog! Find out why and listen to some very encouraging advice and tips if you happen to be a Masters athlete. Dom is hoping to have a quick finish so he can enjoy the other incredible m...

'Aino definitely breaks more legs than hearts!' Aino Kartel is part of the Women's Title Grand Prix at Grapple Worlds 2, facing Suzanne Wilson, Zoe Lundy and Amy Derwanz on Saturday 28th March 2026 at Kassam Stadium in Oxford. She trains out of 10th Planet Tampere, Finland and is currently training hard for her upcoming matches.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/...

Emma makes her return to Grapple Worlds 2 representing Elements Martial Arts. She will face Indy Briar from Impact MMA.   Get your tickets for the event at: https://grappleworlds.com/ Grapple Worlds is returning in March 2026 to bring you another night of high-intensity, submission-only NOGI grappling.   Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalouisehitchcok/   Watch on You...