Ocean BJJ Pro Co-Owner Slams Points Culture: “Only Submission Hunters Belong Here”
Feb 26, 2026BJJEE
If you win on points, are you a grappler, or a mat accountant? In modern grappling there’s a comfortable, almost reassuring misunderstanding: treating a points win and a submission win as the same...
Atos Launches Free Women’s Jiu-Jitsu Programs Following S*xual Misconduct Allegations Against Founder Andre Galvao
Feb 26, 2026BJJEE
In the wake of a turbulent period for the Atos Jiu Jitsu organization, several European affiliates have announced the launch and expansion of free Brazilian Jiu Jitsu programs dedicated to women....
ADCC Boosts Prize Money Across The Board… Except For Women. Craig Jones Responds
Feb 25, 2026BJJEE
The grappling world lit up after ADCC officially announced a major increase in prize money for its upcoming 2027 World Championship. Champion purses across the men’s divisions were doubled, and...
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...
“The Real Danger Is Not André”: ATOS Black Belt Accuses Departed Champions Of Underage Misconduct Cover-Up
Feb 25, 2026BJJEE
The fallout surrounding the ongoing ATOS controversy has taken yet another dramatic turn. Jonatas Eliaquim of Atos BJJ Zurich — who publicly pledged loyalty to André and Angelica Galvão in the...
Dante Leon vs. Kenta Iwamoto Set For Welterweight Grappling Match At ONE Fight Night 42
Feb 25, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
An interesting submission grappling matchup is scheduled for ONE Fight Night 42, where Dante Leon and Kenta Iwamoto will meet in a welterweight match! The bout will take place during ONE...
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...
Ffion Davies Pushes Back On The Biggest Myth Used To Sell Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
For decades, one of the most common ways BJJ has been marketed – especially to women – has been through fear. But Ffion Davies doesn’t agree with that approach. During a recent appearance on...
“A Home Under Fire”: ATOS Exodus Continues as Angelica Galvão Breaks Her Silence
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE
One of the most dominant teams in modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is facing its most turbulent chapter. In recent weeks, multiple athletes and affiliates have announced their departures from Atos...
Renzo Gracie Shares Why BJJ Athletes Don’t Transition To MMA As Often
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie recently offered an explanation for a shift many fans have noticed: today’s elite BJJ athletes are far less interested in transitioning to MMA. Speaking on Jibber with Jabber, he...
Fabio Gurgel Shares A Huge Mistake Unsuccessful BJJ Gym Owners Make
Feb 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Keeping a BJJ gym running – and keeping it profitable – is no easy task. Which is why BJJ gym owners should try to learn from the mistakes made by others, as well as from the advice of those more...
John Danaher Explains What You Should Be Doing In-Between Rounds – Not Just Resting
Feb 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Most grapplers treat the short break between rounds as nothing more than recovery time. But according to John Danaher, that small window might actually be one of the most valuable learning...
Why Bookmakers Are Pushing MMA Harder Across Europe
Feb 22, 2026BJJEE
A few years ago, MMA was the kind of sport you had to go looking for. You knew the fighters, you found the streams, you followed the niche forums, and the betting menu was often “main event...
Khabib Nurmagomedov Criticizes Gaming: “You Spend The Best Years Of Your Life On Computer Games”
Feb 22, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Khabib Nurmagomedov has never been shy about sharing his views on discipline and lifestyle. During a conversation with professional esports driver and competitor Cem Bölükbaşı, the former UFC...
United World Wrestling Aligns With AIGA in Strategic Push Toward Olympic Grappling
Feb 22, 2026BJJEE
United World Wrestling (UWW) has officially entered a strategic partnership with the rapidly growing AIGA organization, signaling what could become a defining moment in the global evolution of...
Merab Dvalishvili Talks Jiu-Jitsu For Self-Defense: “You Know…”
Feb 21, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Merab Dvalishvili doesn’t view Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as just another martial art – he sees it as the foundation of self-defense. The former UFC bantamweight champion recently spoke about his...
Zabit Magomedsharipov Returns To Competition After 6 Years – Signs With ACBJJ
Feb 21, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Zabit Magomedsharipov is officially coming back. The former UFC featherweight contender has signed with ACBJJ and is set to compete again in professional combat sports for the first time in over six...
Why New Online Casinos Are More Transparent Than Older Sites
Feb 20, 2026BJJEE
Why Some New Casinos Offer More Transparency Than Older Sites Online casinos aren’t new. They have been around for decades. And over the years, the industry has experienced a lot of changes. It’s...
Sean Strickland Plans To Out-Grapple Anthony Hernandez: “Being Taken Down…”
Feb 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Sean Strickland is preparing for a very different kind of fight. Just days before his return at UFC Houston on February 22, the former UFC middleweight champion revealed a surprising approach for his...
Islam Makhachev Pushes Back On Gordon Ryan’s Self-Defense Claim About BJJ: “You Can’t Just Lie Down”
Feb 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Islam Makhachev has weighed in on the ongoing debate about which martial art works best in real-world self-defense, responding directly to Gordon Ryan’s recent comments. Ryan had shared his...
(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...
Andrew Tackett Says He Lost His Hearing From Exhaustion During Match With Kade Ruotolo
Feb 19, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Andrew Tackett has reflected on his unforgettable clash with Kade Ruotolo at the Craig Jones Invitational, revealing just how physically demanding the bout actually was. Widely regarded as one of the...
ADCC European Champ Sparks Controversy After Filming Grappling Technique Inside Serbia’s Holiest Church
Feb 18, 2026BJJEE
The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world is once again confronting the delicate balance between creativity, promotion, and respect—this time surrounding one of Europe’s most promising young competitors....
Nicky Ryan Says He & Gordon Are On Good Terms – Asks Fans To Respect Privacy
Feb 18, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Ryan has addressed ongoing speculation surrounding his relationship with his brother, Gordon Ryan, confirming that the two have reconciled and are now on good terms. Rumors about tension within...
