Frederic Vosgröne appeared alongside heavyweight legend Mirko Cro Cop in a current Instagram clip, demonstrating basic clinch and grappling methods.
Within the transient reel, Cro Cop guides Vosgröne by a head-and-arm throw, emphasizing grip institution, off-balancing and hip placement earlier than executing the takedown. The interplay – captured at UFD Gymnasium in Düsseldorf – highlights Vosgröne’s continued evolution beneath the tutelage of certainly one of MMA’s most revered putting specialists.
Frederic Vosgrone
Vosgröne (4–0) has constructed his early career on submission means, ending every of his 4 skilled bouts by choke or leg lock inside the first two rounds. A 6′0″ mild heavyweight, he holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and boasts medals from the IBJJF No-Gi World and European championships, in addition to an ADCC Trials title. His undefeated run started in Might 2021 with an arm-triangle choke, adopted by two first-round heel hooks in 2024, and most lately a technical arm-triangle end of Jorick Montagnac at OKTAGON 69 in April 2025, incomes Efficiency of the Night time honors.
Mirko Cro Cop
Mirko Cro Cop forged his legacy in PRIDE, UFC, K-1 and RIZIN over more than two decades, recognized for his left high roundhouse kick and rigorous competition background. A former member of Croatia’s elite anti-terrorist police unit, he claimed the 2006 PRIDE Open-Weight Grand Prix and remains celebrated as one of the greatest heavyweight kickboxers and martial artists of all time. Though retired from active competition, Cro Cop remains involved in training and seminars, sharing insights on striking, takedown defense and fight strategy.
The Instagram reel’s clinch segment exhibits core judo-influenced grappling: from the clinch, Vosgröne secures a excessive underhook and grips Cro Cop’s reverse arm, then pivots his hips and applies downward strain to unbalance his veteran associate. Cro Cop, teaching seamlessly, cues Vosgröne to keep up posture by head place and use his legs to drive the takedown moderately than relying solely on upper-body power. The ensuing head-and-arm throw is each environment friendly and technically exact.
Vosgröne, nonetheless carving his path within the mild heavyweight division, advantages from Cro Cop’s a long time of expertise in high-level competitors. Conversely, Cro Cop’s instruction affords him a renewed perspective on trendy grappling integration.
Vosgröne’s “Neanderthal” persona – marked by aggressive ahead strain and grappling specialization – resonates with Cro Cop’s mantle of calculated violence. Although Vosgröne’s fashion diverges from the Croatian’s kick-heavy strategy, each share an emphasis on efficient, fight-ending method. This coaching footage suggests Vosgröne’s camp is broadening its technical repertoire, integrating classical throws to enrich his BJJ basis.
