In an intense three-round battle at the Craig Jones Invitational, Adam Bradley of B-team Jiu-Jitsu narrowly edged out 10th Planet’s Kyle Boehm via split decision. The match showcased high-level leg lock exchanges and strategic positioning throughout.
Round 1: Boehm immediately pulled guard and initiated his leg lock game. He relentlessly attacked Bradley’s legs, attempting various entries and submissions including heel hooks and straight ankle locks. Bradley displayed excellent defensive skills, consistently freeing his legs and maintaining top position. While Boehm was more aggressive with submission attempts, Bradley’s solid defense and top control kept him in the fight. The judges awarded the round to Boehm for his offensive output.
Round 2: The second round saw a shift in momentum. Bradley became more offensive, attempting a powerful straight footlock that Boehm stoically defended. Bradley also had more success with his passing attempts, nearly securing dominant positions multiple times. Boehm continued his leg attack strategy but with less frequency and effectiveness compared to the first round. Two out of three judges scored this round for Bradley, evening up the scorecards.
Round 3: With the match hanging in the balance, both competitors came out aggressively in the final round. Bradley pulled guard early but Boehm quickly reversed to his preferred bottom position. The round featured back-and-forth action, with Bradley landing a strong toehold attempt and later achieving a brief period of side control. Boehm countered with more leg entanglements and near-back takes. In the closing seconds, Bradley secured a tight heel hook, ending the match on a strong note.
After a closely contested battle, Adam Bradley was declared the winner by split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28), advancing him to the quarterfinals of the tournament. The match highlighted both competitors’ technical skills and strategic approaches, with Bradley’s well-rounded game ultimately giving him the edge over Boehm’s specialized leg lock attacks.
