Originally Posted by
RichardC
Cutting and re-engaging is a completely valid strategy. Saying a fight must continue under a series of agreed-upon positions favors one style or another. If my opponent is not holding me down, I stand up. I would rather see wrestling vs BJJ in this match, in the realest sense.
If the BJJ player chooses to play guard, then his guard needs to hold the other guy in place. This is one of the reasons I love the 10p system. Otherwise, what good is the guard? Conversely, if my takedowns do not hold you down, or cause cumulative damage, then what good are my takedowns?
I think Galvao will win, but it would make my year to see Chael pull off some grind-you-til-you-give-up wrestling.