Izaak Michell is a talented grappler from Australia who's become a big name in the sport. He trained under some of the best, like Leo Arruda, John Danaher, and Craig Jones.
Michell is known for winning against top fighters and taking home gold medals in major competitions like the ADCC Asia & Oceania Qualifiers and the IBJJF World No-Gi Championship. His skills and victories have earned him a spot among the top no-gi athletes in the world.
Biography
Izaak Michell, born in Adelaide, Australia, was a sporty kid who loved surfing, skateboarding, and gymnastics. He even won silver medals in national gymnastics competitions! He also played Australian football, a rough sport that helped him develop toughness. Though he briefly tried kickboxing, his true passion ignited when he started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) at 16. His talent was clear, and he quickly progressed under coach Leo Arruda.
Later, Izaak moved to New York to train with the legendary John Danaher, where he became close with fellow Australian, Craig Jones. Together, they left Danaher's team to form their own group. Izaak continued to climb the BJJ ranks, earning his brown belt in 2022. However, things took a turn in early 2023 when he parted ways with the B-Team, becoming an independent grappler.
How Old is Izaak Michell?
As of writing, Izaak Michell is 25 years old.
What is his Weight Class?
He is competing in the 88kg division.
What is his Belt Rank?
Izaak Michell holds a brown belt rank in Jiu Jitsu.
Noteworthy Titles/Tournaments Won
- ADCC Match Of The Tournament Award (2022)
- 1st Place ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials (2022)
- 1st Place Who’s Next Tournament (2022*)
Noteworthy Matches
Izaak Michell vs Jacob Couch
Izaak Michell vs Shamil Shihshabekov
Popular Submissions and Moves
- RNC
- Inside Heel Hook
Find Izaak Michell on Instagram @izaakmichellbjj
