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However, here is a short summary of what we know about it so far.
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Brancaille stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
You can also use our COMPARE app to see how Brancaille stacks up against some other traditional styles of wrestling!
Brancaille
Brancaille is a traditional wrestling style, originating from Provence, France.It doesn’t allow grips on the opponent's garments, and allows grip fighting/changing grips during the match.
Techniques
Regarding Brancaille's arsenal of techniques, we know that leg techniques (hooks, sweeps, ect.), leg grabs, submission holds and striking are allowed.Striking was allowed, but only when standing.
We don't yet have knowledge on whether pins are trained or allowed in competition.Objective
unknown.Competition
We don't yet know where (on what surface) the matches traditionally take place. We also don't have information about the usual match duration.We don't know if any weight classes are established. Neither, if women are allowed to participate in Brancaille competitions or not.