Best Athletic Groin Protector For BJJ and MMA 2023

There are many opinions on whether you should wear a cup or athletic groin protector, with some saying you should not wear one. We won’t debate that in depth here but will only say that it is your body, you have a right to protect your family jewels. 

Don’t downplay the risks,  BJJ is a contact sport and you will (often inadvertently) get your groin area poked, squished and squashed no matter how hard you try and protect yourself. 


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I have a kickboxing background before coming to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.  So I always wore a groin protector (cup).  So when transitioning over to full time BJJ training, it was naturally an easy choice to make on whether to wear one.

However there are some unique differences when rolling with an athletic groin protector versus striking with a cup.  Namely your choice of sizing and material will make it less awkward (less dangerous) for you and your training partners.

First when kickboxing choosing a cup was based on maximal protection for kicks and knees. There was always someone getting kicked in the nuts during practice no matter how hard people tried not to.  Even with a groin protector those strikes still hurt.

Often the choice was the larger and more “hardened” cup. One such choice was to wear a thai steel cup. This was a perfectly good choice for kickboxing but wearing one while training BJJ will have your training partners cursing your name. 

The sizing in kickboxing was not such a factor as long as it provided the largest area of protection. While in BJJ having a more form fitting option is better.

Also some will say you should just wear form fitting boxer briefs (at least that… no one want to feel your private parts flopping around), this may not give the protection 

So for BJJ we should try and wear an athletic groin protector that has the best “fit” and built with a material like hardened plastic (unlike steel or other metals) that can flex and protect at the same time.

Also we need to pair the cup with an undergarment that provides maximum holding power for the groin piece. 

Diamond MMA Cup

Compression Shorts

Diamond MMA Compression Shorts Jock Strap Athletic Cup Groin Protector System - Large | Athletic Supporters for Men with Cup for High Impact Sports | Compression Shorts w/Built In Jockstrap with Cup
  • 🥊 COMPLETE GROIN PROTECTIVE GEAR: The Diamond MMA compression jock and cup system is the ultimate in groin protection for high-impact sports and delivers the most effective groin protection without sacrificing comfort. The compression shorts with cup pocket has an adjustable drawstring providing a custom fit.
  • 💪 PREMIUM HIGH QUALITY: Made from military grade elastics and premium spandex, the Diamond MMA Compression Jock leverages a high performance 4-strap jock system to hold a specially designed athletic cup in place within a perfectly tailored cup pocket. This patented system prevents both lateral and vertical movement of the cup.
  • 🥋 COMBAT ESSENTIAL: Whether you need mixed martial arts groin protector, muay thai compression shorts, brazilian jiu jitsu shorts, krav maga shorts, groin protective cup for karate, taekwondo, boxing, kickboxing or any contact sports, our jock strap compression shorts with groin cup is perfect for you. Also best for high impact sports such as baseball, soccer, football, rugby, hockey, etc.
  • 💥 COMFORTABLE GROIN PROTECTION CUP: Diamond MMA cup's patented design protects sensitive groin muscles and nerves with a specially designed ergonomic soft elastomer edge. The core of the cup is made with a rigid but flexible polycarbonate, the same plastic material utilized in bulletproof glass. This design provides uncompromising comfort and protection for the athlete.
  • 👍 ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED: Designed by award-winning designers and Stanford University engineers, this system has been approved by doctors and urologists as the best groin protection on the market. Diamond MMA products are used by professional athletes worldwide without sponsorships.

Jock Strap

Diamond MMA Jock Strap + Athletic Cup for Men - Medium | 4-Strap No Shift Athletic Supporters for Men with Cup for MMA, Boxing, Muay Thai, Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu | High Impact Sports Jockstrap with Cup
  • 🥊 COMPLETE GROIN PROTECTIVE GEAR: The Diamond MMA jockstrap and cup system is the ultimate groin protector for high-impact sports and delivers the most effective groin protection without sacrificing comfort.
  • 💪 PREMIUM HIGH QUALITY: Made from military grade elastics and premium spandex, the Diamond MMA groin guard system leverages a high performance 4-strap jock system to hold a specially designed athletic cup in place within a perfectly tailored cup pocket. This patented system prevents both lateral and vertical movement of the cup.
  • 🥋 COMBAT ESSENTIAL: Whether you need mixed martial arts groin protector, muay thai cup, brazilian jiu jitsu pro gear, krav maga training gear, groin support protective cup for karate, taekwondo, boxing, kickboxing or any contact sports, our jock strap and cup for men is perfect for you. Also best for high impact sports such as baseball, soccer, football, rugby, hockey, etc.
  • 💥 COMFORTABLE GROIN PROTECTION CUP: Diamond MMA cup's patented design protects sensitive groin muscles and nerves with a specially designed ergonomic soft elastomer edge. The core of the groin cup is made with a rigid but flexible polycarbonate, the same plastic material utilized in bulletproof glass. This design provides uncompromising comfort and protection for the athlete.
  • 👍 ERGONOMICALLY DESIGNED: Designed by award-winning designers and Stanford University engineers, this system has been approved by doctors and urologists as the best groin protection on the market. Diamond MMA products are used by professional athletes worldwide without sponsorships.

Shock Doctor

Shock Doctor Men's Ultra Pro Supporter with Ultra Cup, Grey, Medium
  • Breathable, anti-odor stretch mesh^Wraparound supporter for maximum comfort and fit^Ultra comfort micro-knit waistband

Venum  Groin Guard

Venum "Challenger" Groinguard and Support, Ice, Medium, Black
  • Double-layers shock absorbers for supreme groin protection.

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