Kade Ruotolo’s Unique Grappling Style in MMA: Is the MMA World Prepared for It?

At just 21 years old, Kade Ruotolo is already making waves in the world of competitive grappling. With an ADCC championship under his belt, Ruotolo is now gearing up for his MMA debut at ONE 167 on Friday.

Growing up watching UFC fights with his twin brother Tye, Ruotolo always knew that he would eventually transition to MMA. Despite his success in grappling, Ruotolo felt drawn to the world of mixed martial arts and began incorporating striking and wrestling into his training regimen.

With the guidance of legendary MMA coach Erik Paulson, Ruotolo has been honing his skills for the cage. Despite his young age, Ruotolo is determined to make a name for himself in the world of combat sports.

Ruotolo’s ambition doesn’t stop at MMA, as he also plans to return to grappling with the upcoming ADCC tournament and has a match booked against Mikey Musumeci in September. Looking ahead, Ruotolo has his sights set on becoming one of the greatest combat athletes of all time.

With a relentless work ethic and a hunger for success, Ruotolo is ready to take on whatever challenges come his way. As he prepares for his MMA debut, the world is watching to see what this young phenom will accomplish next.