Quintet

Quintet is a Japanese team-based submission grappling event founded by MMA legend Kazushi Sakuraba. The competition emphasizes a survival format: teams of five face off in successive matches, with the first team to secure three victories winning the round.

The event is notable for blending individual skill with strategic team play, encouraging athletes to adapt their techniques to both their own performance and the team’s overall needs. Quintet has hosted some of the biggest names in BJJ and submission grappling, often crossing over MMA athletes for added excitement.

Its international reach and unique format have made Quintet a fan-favorite, and it has inspired other team-based grappling events worldwide, highlighting the versatility and creativity of submission grappling.