In the early days of the sport, the mixed martial arts world came to prominence thanks in part to the emergence of Royce Gracie.
This submission whiz dominated all of his opponents in three talent-laden tournaments, which featured several fighters from specific martial arts backgrounds. The jiu-jitsu skills of the skinny and unassuming Brazilian made him triumph over all others.
In order to recreate the success that the early UFC head honchos saw, here’s how to make the ultimate old school tourney.