Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida vs. Max Gimenis Set For UFC Vegas 116
Apr 10, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida and Max Gimenis are set to meet again – this time inside the octagon – at UFC Vegas 116 on May 25! The matchup stands out as an unusual booking, given their...
UFC BJJ 8: Mikey Musumeci To Defend UFC BJJ Title Against Kevin Dantzler
Apr 07, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci has his next title defense locked in, as he prepares to face Kevin Dantzler for the bantamweight belt at UFC BJJ 8 on May 21. The matchup marks the first time the two competitors will...
Confirmed: Arman Tsarukyan vs. Mikey Musumeci In The Works For UFC BJJ
Apr 05, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
A potential superfight between Mikey Musumeci and Arman Tsarukyan is gaining serious momentum, with Claudia Gadelha confirming that discussions are already underway. Speaking at the UFC BJJ...
Nicholas Meregali Questions UFC BJJ Ruleset: “It Doesn’t Fit Jiu-Jitsu”
Mar 29, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali shared an assessment of the rules shaping the UFC BJJ’s grappling format during an interview with Mundo da Luta. Meregali didn’t hold back in explaining what he sees as the...
Jon Jones Shares How Much Money Dana White Offered For The UFC White House Fight
Mar 22, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Jon Jones has revealed that he was actively negotiating with the UFC to compete on the upcoming White House card, but talks ultimately broke down over financial terms. The former heavyweight champion...
Claudia Gadelha Outlines What It Takes To Get An Invite To UFC BJJ: “No Butt Scooting”
Mar 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
UFC BJJ executive Claudia Gadelha has shed more light on how the promotion approaches matchmaking… Making it clear that one of the key priorities is eliminating passive styles – particularly...
Vagner Rocha To Challenge Andrew Tackett For UFC BJJ Welterweight Title
Mar 15, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Vagner Rocha is set to challenge Andrew Tackett for the UFC BJJ welterweight title in the main event of UFC BJJ 7, scheduled for April 2, 2026. Despite the card already featuring two additional title...
Pedro Sauer Awards Max Holloway BJJ Black Belt After UFC 326
Mar 09, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Former UFC champion Max Holloway has received his BJJ black belt from legendary instructor Pedro Sauer, following his performance at UFC 326. Sauer, a black belt under Rickson Gracie, announced the...
UFC Lightweight Mateusz Gamrot Invited To Compete At ADCC 2026
Mar 08, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
UFC lightweight contender Mateusz Gamrot has officially received an invitation to compete at ADCC 2026! Gamrot’s participation immediately adds star power to the event. Currently ranked seventh in...
Historic UFC White House Card Revealed: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje Announced As Main Event
Mar 08, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The UFC has officially announced the headline fight for its upcoming event at the White House, with lightweight champion Ilia Topuria set to face interim titleholder Justin Gaethje in a title...
João Miyao Signs With UFC BJJ – Set To Face Jussier Formiga On March 12
Mar 04, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
UFC BJJ has announced another notable addition to its growing roster, signing João Miyao for the promotion’s sixth event scheduled for March 12. The decorated Brazilian grappler is set to face...
UFC’s Arman Tsarukyan Added To Hype Fighting Submission Grappling Card
Mar 02, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Two more UFC names are set to step onto the grappling mats! Arman Tsarukyan and Jean Silva have been announced as participants for Hype Fighting’s upcoming March 11 event in Rio de Janeiro. The...
Nick Rodriguez Signs With UFC BJJ: A Defining Moment for Professional Grappling
Mar 01, 2026BJJEE
Nick “Nicky Rod” Rodriguez has officially signed with UFC BJJ, and the move may prove to be one of the most consequential developments in modern professional jiu-jitsu. This is not just another...
Mikey Musumeci Defends UFC BJJ Amid Backlash Over ADCC Restrictions
Feb 27, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The debate surrounding athlete exclusivity in professional grappling continues to intensify, and now one of the sport’s biggest stars has stepped directly into the conversation. UFC BJJ champion...
Tom DeBlass Criticizes UFC BJJ Exclusivity Policy: “It’s Terrible”
Feb 26, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The grappling community was shaken after Claudia Gadelha revealed that athletes signed exclusively to UFC BJJ will no longer be allowed to compete at ADCC beginning in 2027. The announcement sparked...
UFC To Spend “As Much As $60 Million” On The White House Event Production
Feb 25, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The UFC’s planned event at the White House is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious and expensive productions in the promotion’s history, with new reports suggesting the price tag could...
UFC BJJ Announces Banning Athletes From ADCC Participation Starting 2027
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
A major change could be coming to professional grappling. According to UFC BJJ executive Claudia Gadelha, athletes who sign exclusive contracts with the promotion will no longer be allowed to compete...
(WATCH) Influencer Gets KO’d After Threatening Former UFC Fighter
Feb 19, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Streamer and influencer-boxer Nurideen Shabazz, better known online as Deen the Great, found himself in a real-world altercation after confronting a man with deep ties to the UFC. The incident...
Mikey Musumeci Teases UFC MMA Debut: “I’ll Announce Soon”
Feb 14, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci may soon be stepping off the mats and into the octagon. Following his successful title defense at UFC BJJ 5, the reigning champion revealed during the post-event press conference that...
Andrew Tackett Talks UFC BJJ Exclusivity: “I Want Stability”
Feb 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Andrew Tackett has spent the last two years making some of the most consequential choices of any rising star in professional grappling. From stepping away from ADCC opportunities to competing at CJI...
Muhammad Mokaev Has Been Offered A Fight Against Mikey Musumeci In UFC BJJ
Feb 11, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
A surprising matchup may be on the horizon for the UFC’s new grappling division. Rising flyweight contender Muhammad Mokaev revealed that he has been offered a championship bout against reigning...
Nicholas Meregali Slams CJI, Backs UFC BJJ: “They’re Here To Professionalize Grappling”
Feb 08, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
After 17 months away from competition, Nicholas Meregali is preparing to step back onto the mats. Now signed exclusively with UFC BJJ, Meregali discussed the business future of grappling, sharply...
Nicholas Meregali Returns After Four Surgeries To Face A Dangerous “Dark Horse” At UFC BJJ 5
Feb 04, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
After nearly two years away from competition, Nicholas Meregali is set to make his long-awaited return to professional grappling! The multiple-time world champion will step back onto the biggest...
Helena Crevar Wants A Grappling Match With UFC Champion Mackenzie Dern
Jan 31, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Fresh off her rapid rise through the grappling world, Helena Crevar has her eyes on another major challenge – and it involves one of the most accomplished crossover athletes in combat sports. The...
