So I ordered the Metamoris event this weekend and I have to say, all in all, I was kind of bored. This is sort of a reoccurring theme with this event. There is always a match or two that is fun to watch, where both competitors go after the win, but overall most of the competitors seem as if they are fighting not to lose. I am not in their shoes so I am not going to overly criticize, but it’s just weird to watch normally aggressive competitors revert to a cautious relaxed style. I believe the issue lies in the draw being an option. Knowing that a clear winner will be decided during a match creates urgency. Whereas being able to fall back on the draw and simply not losing seems to inspire a more cautious defensive style. I think Metamoris needs to dash the 20 minute time limit if it’s going to keep the sub only format. Letting the competitors know that someone is going to lose and someone is going to win. Knowing that one person is coming out of the engagement a loser would definitely help get them to take chances. Not always of course, but I believe it would help. If they’re going to keep the 20 minute time limit they need to re-institute judges who will grade the match on a criteria to decide the winner with the option of a draw not being a possibility. Again this sort of thing backs the competitor in a corner and lets them know you gotta win this.

Anyways,

This weekend had another grappling event going on, the Copa Podio. My favorite submission only match came from this event. I think this match was pretty face paced, enjoyable to watch and the finish was crazy. If you haven’t watched this match, it’s worth it for the finish alone.

Leandro Lo VS Gilbert Durinho