Lucas Kanard

Biography

Lucas Kanard is an Australian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and one of the rising athletes in the professional no-gi scene. Known for his technical precision and rapidly developing leglock game, he has emerged as one of Australia’s most promising modern submission grapplers.

Lucas Kanard gained international attention at the inaugural Craig Jones Invitational, where he submitted one of the biggest upsets of the event by defeating elite heavyweight Victor Hugo via inside heel hook. The performance instantly elevated his profile and established him as a dangerous threat against top-tier opposition.

Kanard continues to refine a style centered on sharp entries into lower-body attacks, positional discipline, and a fast-paced, modern no-gi approach. With his breakout results and increasing activity on the international stage, he is widely regarded as a rising contender to watch in upcoming professional events.

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