Najmi's strong Submissions (88) and strong Guard Game (80) define this era.
Competition Record
Career grappling record
Pan American Champion, DArce choke specialist
Mat Resume
Time on the mats in professional competition
58
Pro Matches
28
Mat Hours
22
Events
6.5 min
Avg Duration
35 sec
Fastest Sub
Style Analysis
The DArce choke king. More DArce finishes at elite level than perhaps anyone in history.
Signature Submissions
Notable Matches
Key competition results
Did You Know?
Holds the record for most DArce choke finishes at black belt
Beat Garry Tonon by DArce at Polaris
Trophy Case
2018
Pans gold at lightweight — DArce choke specialist
Signature Moments
The D'Arce Choke Specialist
Edwin Najmi won the Pan American Championship and became known as the most dangerous D'Arce choke specialist in competitive BJJ. His ability to finish the D'Arce from seemingly impossible angles made him a submission highlight reel.
The best D'Arce choke in the sport. Najmi turned one submission into an entire identity.
Season Stats · Pan American Champion
Engine Attributes
Data Coverage
FloGrappling / BJJ Heroes / IBJJF
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