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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News, Competitions/Tournaments

3 Benefits Of Travelling The World To Compete In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Competing in Jiu-Jitsu is a natural step when seeking evolution and growth within the sport. It frees you from the safe confines of your local gym, pits you against new and challenging foes, and...

Michael Bisping Praises Marcin Tybura’s UFC Vegas 88 Submission Win: “Beautiful Victory”

In the main event of UFC Vegas 88, Marcin Tybura faced off against Tai Tuivasa – and secured a submission win, via a beautifully executed Rear Naked Choke.   View this post on Instagram...

Dana White Awards $50,000 Exclusively To Submission Performances At UFC Vegas 88

At UFC Vegas 88, Dana White decided to forego the traditional “Fight of the Night” bonus – and, instead, opted to reward fighters solely based on their performances. One thing that...

ADCC 2024: Here’s The Full Competitor List

ADCC 2024 is gearing up to be an exciting event, scheduled for September 17th and 18th at the prestigious T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. And, as anticipation builds, organizers have revealed...

PFL 3: Neiman Gracie vs Goiti Yamauchi Fight Announced

PFL has recently revealed the matchups for its upcoming events – and among them is an anticipated rematch between Neiman Gracie and Goiti Yamauchi! The fight is set for PFL 3, on April 19th,...

[WATCH] That Time UFC Champ Ilia Topuria Competed In BJJ

A recently resurfaced clip of a grappling match – featuring UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria – has become viral in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. After an unbeaten streak and...

Kade Ruotolo vs Francisco Lo Announced For ONE Fight Night 21

Kade Ruotolo’s next grappling match has been announced – as he is set to face Francisco Lo at ONE Fight Night 21 on April 5th, 2024! The news about the match were announced via ONE...

BJJ Legend Gabi Garcia Set For MMA Return In April 2024

Jiu-Jitsu legend Gabi Garcia is making a comeback to MMA on April 25 in Sao Paulo, Brazil! It will be for a rematch with Barbara Nepomuceno – with news having been confirmed by Centurion FC...

Weekend Recap: AJP Brings Its Mats & Action To Mexico, Belgium, And South Africa

In another action-packed weekend, the AJP brought its tournaments to three different countries around the world, giving athletes yet another chance to test their skills while easing travel expense!...

Mental Tip: A BJJ Competition Is Just Like Going Training At Another Academy

„Well, I just hope that I don’t fall asleep from waiting, rather than from being choked out“, says one jiujiteiro to another as he waits – for the fourth consecutive hour – to hear his...

Mayssa Bastos Wins ONE Championship Debut In Dominant Fashion

Mayssa Bastos celebrated a victorious debut in ONE Championship on March 8 – securing a unanimous decision against Kanae Yamada, in what was a highly anticipated match at ONE Fight Night 20....

It’s Official: Spectacular ADXC 5 Event Will Take Place In Abu Dhabi

After its spectacular third edition, Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC) has revealed that the fifth edition will take place… Again in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi! And, while the question...

Tye Ruotolo Set To Defend ONE Submission Grappling World Title vs Izaak Michell on April 5

The match between the current ONE welterweight submission grappling world champion, Tye Ruotolo, and Izaak Michell has been rescheduled to take place at ONE Fight Night 21 on Friday, April 5 –...

AJP South America Continental: Professional Black Belts Showcase Their Skills In Balneário Camboriú

Landing at the Brazilian city of Balneário Camboriú, in Santa Catarina, as a part of the BC Fight Week, the AJP Tour South America Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2024 took over the Expocentro...

ADXC 3: Gomes, Mesquita, And All The Champions In Balneário Camboriú

After a night of duels for the books, the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC) delivered the grand tournament that fight fans were expecting. Held this Saturday, March 2nd, in the Brazilian city of...

ADXC 3: Check Out The Main Fights Of The Tournament That Will Shake The Brazilian City Of Balneário Camboriú

Only one day stands between fans and the long-awaited fight week in the beautiful Balneário Camboriú, which will culminate in the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship. On March 2nd,...

Weekend Recap: AJP Closes February In A High Note With Four Outstanding Tournaments

On the last weekend of the month, athletes once again had their pick when it came to tournaments to test their skills, as AJP hosted no less than four events across the world. With three Nationals...

Craig Jones Talks Why It Isn’t Lucrative To Compete In The ADCC

In the world of professional Jiu-Jitsu, the ADCC stands as one of the top-ranking tournaments & events in the world. However, despite its prestigious status, the financial rewards for competitors...

Craig Jones Says That Karate Combat Is The Future Of Grappling

Craig Jones recently demonstrated his skills yet again – but this time, at a Karate Combat event; securing a win via Flying Triangle Choke against Philip Rowe… And he now says that Karate...

ADXC 3: Big Dan Returns & Faces Pedro Alex; Brazil Vs Argentina Closes The Prelims List

The time has come to unveil the final battles of the ADXC 3, which takes place on March 2nd in Balneário Camboriú, Santa Catarina, Brazil! After weeks of anticipation, the organization has finally...

Marc Goddard Shares What He Told Brian Ortega – After Holding On The Submission For Too Long At UFC Mexico

Brian Ortega, a former two-time contender for the UFC featherweight title, faced off against ex-UFC interim champion Yair Rodriguez at an exciting co-main event at UFC Fight Night: Mexico. The fight...

ADXC 3: Lucas Protásio & Pedro Maia Shake Up The Preliminary Card With A Jiu-Jitsu Bout

The countdown for the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC) has officially begun! Scheduled to take place a little over two weeks from now, on March 2nd, the event will land in...

[WATCH] Craig Jones Hits Spectacular Flying Triangle Choke Against UFC’s Phil Rowe

Craig Jones secured a spectacular victory against UFC welterweight Phil Rowe, in a submission grappling match that lasted just over a minute… With a Flying Triangle Choke! Jones had previously...

[WATCH] Brian Ortega Hits Spectacular Arm Triangle Choke Comeback At UFC Mexico City

Brian Ortega overcame adversity to secure a stunning victory against Yair Rodriguez – in the co-main event of UFC Mexico City! Ortega, who faced a significant setback in their first encounter...