Commando Group dominated the professional division at the AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship, which concluded on Sunday after three days of elite competition at Mubadala Arena.
With 42,100 points, Commando Group topped the podium in the professional category, outperforming M.O.D UAE (23,400 points) and Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club (11,200 points) in one of the most competitive fields assembled on the AJP Tour this season.
Commando Group’s Clean Sweep
The team’s dominance extended to the amateurs and masters divisions, where it secured 127,000 points. M.O.D UAE followed with 53,650 points, and Abu Dhabi Team placed third with 18,270 points.
In the youth categories—including kids, cadets (under 16), and juveniles (under 18)—ADMA Academy placed first with 51,890 points. Al Jazira Jiu-Jitsu Club earned 48,950 points, while Palms Sports – Team 777 took third with 47,970 points.
A total of 889 medals were awarded: 325 gold, 306 silver, and 258 bronze. More than 1,000 male and female athletes competed across junior, master, amateur, and professional divisions, reflecting the sport’s growing global reach.
UAE at the Heart of Global Jiu-Jitsu
Organised by Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP), the event showcased the UAE’s role in developing jiu-jitsu at both grassroots and elite levels. The high level of competition and strong community support showed the event’s importance for athletes working toward international success.
Zayd Eagleton, Operations Manager at International Vision Sports Management, praised the quality of the tournament.
“The AJP Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship has solidified its position as one of the most prominent tournaments on the international stage,” said Eagleton. “It brought together elite professional athletes from black, brown, and purple belts, who delivered high-level performances that underscored their readiness to reach the podium.”
He added that the tournament plays a key role in the AJP calendar by awarding ranking points that help athletes qualify for the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
