Georgian Judo MMA: How Bekauri’s Grip Fighting Will Dominate the UFC
Lasha Bekauri’s comments about Georgian judo MMA applications reveal the technical blueprint for next-generation grapplers. The Georgian grip—that high, collar-dominant control—isn’t just about throws. It’s about dictating engagement, breaking posture, and systematic standing control that translates to cage work. While MMA coaches teach individual techniques, Georgian judokas train comprehensive gripping systems that solve multiple problems simultaneously. Within three years, a Georgian judoka will debut in the UFC and dominate through clinch control current fighters can’t match. Here’s why Georgian judo represents MMA’s next grappling evolution.