“I made my case” - Dante Leon’s BJJ success allowed him to stand on his own two feet

Former two-time IBJJF No-Gi world champion Dante Leon of Canada was worried his parents would not let him pursue his passion as a youngster. Which is why he took extra strides to prove to them that he would be successful in 'the gentle art'.

Today, Leon is one of the most talented grapplers in the sport, and getting ready to make his debut in the world's largest martial arts organization.

Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Leon talked about having to prove himself when he was younger, and how it all worked out in the end.

The 29-year-old Pedigo Submission Fighting product said:

"Once I won Pans, it was almost like I made my case. I made my plea. And my parents, they had their rules and their standards about, you know, it has to be school [first], and you can’t slack off. You can’t be a terrible student in the programs you don’t like. You might have to pull up your socks a little bit."

Leon said:

"But, honestly, they were supportive. And when I look back, I think they took it very well."

Dante Leon heads to action in ONE Championship this weekend, and fans won't have to wait long to witness the 29-year-old star in his element.

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Dante Leon draws Bruno Pucci in ONE Championship debut at ONE Fight Night 26 on Prime Video

Canadian star Dante Leon is set to make his ONE Championship promotional debut against Brazil's Bruno Pucci.

The two will square off at ONE Fight Night 26: Lee vs. Rasulov on Prime Video, which will broadcast live in U.S. primetime on Friday, December 6, from the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fans in the United States and Canada can catch all the action live and absolutely free with an active Amazon Prime Video subscription. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event as it happens.