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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News

UFC Veteran Who Used BJJ To Stop Robbery Dies In A Tragic Road Traffic Accident

Felipe Colares, MMA and UFC veteran, has passed away this Monday (May 1) after getting hit by a bus in Brazil. As reported by MMA Fighting, Colares was on his way back from training in Rio de...

Renzo Gracie On The Fight Between Ralph Gracie & Flávio Almeida: “The Worst Was The Weeping In Court”

It was back in December 2018, during the IBJJF No-Gi Worlds, when Ralph Gracie hit Flávio Almeida in the face. The Gracie was thereafter sentenced to six months in prison in a closed regime in the...

Try This Ezekiel Choke Setup Against Your Favorite Training Partner

Oh, collar chokes… So many variations to them and so many details you should know. While it is always important to make sure your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) isn’t dependant on whether or not...

The “The Hippoplata Twister Attack” Is The Coolest Submission You’ve Never Done

The Hippoplata is a fairly recent move in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.  This move is commonly used to gain advantageous position when rolling with an opponent who is pressure passing your guard. The key to...

2023 CBJJ Brasileiros: Biggest Ever BJJ Competition in the World with 8,000 Competitors

When it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments, the most prestigious tournament in the world is the IBJJF World Jiu-Jitsu Championships. After the IBJJF worlds a close candidate for second most...

Three Non-Combat Sport Athletes Who Fought in MMA

During a time not so long ago, boxing was the king of all combat sports, and anyone who wanted to prove their mettle one on one would have to do so in the ring. However, boxing has now taken a...

BJJ Advice: You’ll Succeed – Or Fail – One Step At A Time

Wouldn’t it be great if you could achieve what you’ve set out to do… Right now? As in, if you could learn something so important, something so vital – that it’d serve as...

JT Torres Remembers The Difficult Beginnings: “I Didn’t Come From Money”

Success takes a lot of sacrifice. Lots of time, overcoming of obstacles, and – more than anything else – perseverance. JT Torres knows that well. His own beginnings were difficult and he...

Tye Ruotolo: “Gordon Ryan Is Definitely A Keyboard Warrior”

Tye Ruotolo is looking for nothing except challenges! He’s facing Reinier de Ridder in just 3 days time, on May 5… But he’s already looking forward to his next bouts – and...

Harness the Power of Tech to Boost Your UFC Betting Success

Jim Miller, Charles Oliveira, Derrick Lewis, the list goes on – the world of UFC is one thrilling ride! Have you considered dipping your toes in UFC betting? It definitely makes your viewing...

The Blueprint for Dealing with Younger, More Explosive Opponents in Jiu-Jitsu

When you look at people training at a BJJ academy, you will notice that younger, explosive BJJ practitioners typically tend to play an open guard and favor distance, as it allows them to take...

Fabricio Werdum Shows Off Impressive New Jacked Physique

It looks like Fabricio Werdum, the former UFC heavyweight champion is in the best shape of his life, following his departure from MMA organization PFL. The 45-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt...

4 things to know before betting online

Gambling online has different nuances than other types of gambling, like the games you can find at a physical, land-based casino. There are crossover components, of course, but you can often find a...

Travel: Discovering New Cultures, Hidden Gems, and Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations

Going on a trip is accessible based on your preconceived notions, shaped by the opinions of friends and family who have been there before, the writings of travel writers, and the visuals you see on...

Watch: Luke Rockhold Escapes Deep Armbar & Wins 2007 IBJJF No Gi Worlds at Purple Belt

Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold trued his hand at bare knuckle boxing last weekend where he lost to Mike Perry by TKO by way of broken teeth. Rockhold is a bjj black belt and a former...

[Watch] MMA Fighter Bites Opponent’s Ear To Set Up The RNC

Imagine that you’re in an MMA match, your back is taken, and you’re already having a tough time dealing with your opponent… When he bites your ear. Yes. Bites your ear. Which is...

MMA Bout Declared TKO Because Cauliflower Ear Exploded

Mexican MMA fighter José Peñaloza entered his Ultimate Warrior Challenge 43 MMA featherweight fight with Dorian Ramos in Tijuana, Baja, Mexico with a huge cauliflower ear. The referee heavily...

JT Torres On His Love For Skateboarding: “It Was My First Love”

JT Torres is one of the top-ranking BJJ athletes in the world today… But did you know that his first love wasn’t Jiu-Jitsu – but skateboarding? As a matter of fact, Torres is...

Tye Ruotolo Shares Why BJJ Is More Complex Than Boxing: “There’s, Like, Thousands Of Techniques”

Boxing is a wonderful martial art. The “sweet science” is an incredibly complex sport, strengthening both the mind and body through rigorous training. But is it “better” than...

Don’t Miss It: Last Chance To Secure Your Spot At The AJP Abu Dhabi Grand Slam!

The greatest stars of international Jiu-Jitsu are returning to the sport’s most coveted hub on the planet. With the best competitors ready to put on a show, it’s time for the AJP Abu...

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Pressure: A Sure-Fire Way To Identifying Your Weaknesses In BJJ

Think about it for a second: how good would your Jiu-Jitsu be if you would, for a change, start working on your weaknesses? It would surely improve by a ton. But what are your weaknesses? Sometimes...

Ruotolo Brothers Share Advice For BJJ Beginners: “Fundamentals & Wrestling”

Are you a BJJ white or blue belt – who wants to improve in Jiu-Jitsu as soon as possible? Then you’ll love the following advice from the Ruotolo brothers! They’ve shared insightful...

Firas Zahabi Reveals Why Some Athletes Improve Faster Than Others

Why do some BJJ athletes improve faster than others? Well, it’s not just one thing that they do (or have) – but it’s a mix of various factors. World-class coach Firas Zahabi shares...