In theory, the rule set should result in a more dynamic style. The idea is that grapplers can’t sit on a lead or rely on a late takedown or advantage to seal the victory. Does this turn out to be the case? That is, has there been a higher rate of submissions inside regulation in EBI than in other grappling competitions? The answer is yes.

EBI has hosted six events and 128 matches since its inception. Of those 128 matches, 93 or roughly 73 percent of those matches have ended via submission during regulation. The remaining 35 were decided via overtime.