Richie Kelly

Richie Kelly, an experienced black belt and coach, dives into the quirks of jiu-jitsu competition. He passionately critiques submission-only formats, arguing they encourage bad tactics and confuse spectators. Richie believes that points create necessary drama and define match narratives, enhancing the spectator experience. He also shares insightful thoughts on the rise of no-gi superfights and the importance of effective scoring to minimize controversial decisions. The conversation wraps up with Richie's excitement for upcoming events and his journey within the jiu-jitsu community.