The Best of Grapplers at Evo

Watch some of the most dominant grappler performances across multiple Evo championships, spanning from 2014 through 2025. This compilation pulls together standout matches featuring grappling-focused players in a range of fighting games, capturing everything from technical command-grab setups to devastating throw-based offense that dismantled opponents at the world's premier fighting game tournament. The lineup includes early Evo moments alongside recent 2025 footage, showing how throw-heavy gameplay has evolved and remained competitive at the highest level. Whether through corner pressure, mixup timing, or raw damage conversion off a single grab, these matches demonstrate why grappler archetypes continue to demand respect on the Evo stage. The video jumps between different games and eras, letting viewers see how similar grappling principles translate across titles while highlighting individual players who've built their reputations on controlling space and converting opportunities into decisive wins. Ideal for anyone studying throw setups, mixup patterns, or looking to understand how grapplers navigate neutral game into their devastating offense—and for fans of underdog narratives, since command-throw specialists often face uphill battles against zoners and mobile characters.