Discover the exceptional training session between Demetrious Johnson and submission grapplers Kade and Tye Ruotolo. Read about their knowledge exchange and future plans in MMA.
Demetrious Johnson, the reigning ONE flyweight MMA world champion, engaged in a remarkable training session with submission grapplers Kade and Tye Ruotolo. The Ruotolo brothers expressed gratitude for the opportunity to exchange knowledge with ‘Mighty Mouse.’ Johnson, who is on an MMA hiatus, continues to actively participate in BJJ training sessions and gym visits. Kade Ruotolo is preparing for his MMA debut at ONE 167, while ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong supports Johnson’s decision-making process regarding his MMA future.
Demetrious Johnson’s Exceptional Training Session with Ruotolo Brothers Demetrious Johnson, the reigning ONE flyweight MMA world champion, recently had an extraordinary training session with renowned submission grapplers Kade and Tye Ruotolo. The meeting, which took place at Pat Tenore’s facility in California, showcased a high level of knowledge exchange between the athletes. Kade, the ONE lightweight submission grappling world champion, and Tye, the ONE welterweight submission grappling world champion, engaged in a fruitful training session with ‘Mighty Mouse.’ The Ruotolo brothers expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to exchange knowledge on Instagram. Johnson, who is currently on an MMA hiatus with plans to retire in 2023, has been actively participating in BJJ training sessions and visiting various gyms. Recently, he achieved success at the 2024 IBJJ Pan Championships and conducted a seminar at Angela Lee and Bruno Pucci’s United BJJ gym in Waipahu, Hawaii. Meanwhile, Kade Ruotolo is gearing up for his MMA debut at ONE 167 on June 7, where he will face Blake Cooper in a lightweight MMA match in Bangkok. ONE 167 will be broadcast live and free for Prime Video subscribers in the United States and Canada. Additionally, ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong has expressed his support for Demetrious Johnson’s decision-making process regarding his MMA future. Sityodtong emphasized that Johnson, a legendary figure in the MMA world, is aiming to solidify his legacy as one of the greatest martial artists of all time. The CEO highlighted Johnson’s aspirations to win world titles in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and reiterated that the fighter will not be pressured into competing if he chooses not to.
