Robert Whittaker says gi training helps learners move to no-gi jiu-jitsu

Fighter Robert Whittaker is reported to favor gi training for learning jiu-jitsu, arguing gi players can transition to no-gi more easily than the reverse. A separate MMA Sucka piece quotes him admitting he envies Khamzat Chimaev's wrestling.

Timeline

1. 24 Oct, 17:50 UTCFirst appeared on Google Trends
2. 24 Oct, 17:50 UTCBJJDOC covers Whittaker's gi training view

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• robert whittakerGoogle Trends
• “Sometimes I’m Jealous”: Robert Whittaker Admits Khamzat Chimaev Has a Wrestling Advantage He Wishes He HadMMA Sucka