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Category Archive: Articles

Polaris 8 Promising “New & Unique Twist to Format” – Set to Happen alongside Cage Warriors

Polaris is one of the longest running submission only events in jiu jitsu today. Having just concluded the 7th edition of the event the owners are dwelling on putting a  “New & Unique Twist to...

Family Seeking Information About Jiu-jitsu studio Owner Ramon Diaz Murder

Ramon Diaz was gunned down recently outside his Cathedral City home after leaving his jiu-jitsu studio in Palm Springs a little after 9:30 that March evening. According to a local news channel KESQ:...

The Gracie Slap- How to REALLY Slap Someone Who is Assaulting You

The slap is believed to be a very effective technique by the Gracie family. While Renzo Gracie learned it from his father, his younger cousins Rener and Ryron Gracie actually even have it on their...

212 lbs Rousimar Palhares Looking Massive at Training Camp For Craig Jones Kasai Match

If you like leglocks, this is grappling match that will get you excited! The hottest grappler of this past year, Craig Jones will face the dangerous and unpredictable Rousimar Palhares at KASAI Pro 3...

McGregor Flying In Wrestling Olympic Champ Jordan Burroughs to train for Khabib

It’s looking like McGregor is prepping for Khabib’s wrestling in the best way imaginable. MMA insider Mario Saunders of the Las Vegas Post reported that the UFC has hired 6x world...

Mark Schultz: When I had my first jiu-jitsu experience against Rickson I had him pinned – I kept thinking “Don’t you have any pride? Get off your back”

Olympic and 2-time World champion freestyle wrestler, Mark Schultz, whose life story was featured in the movie ‘Foxcatcher’ has been a Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Pedro Sauer for about two years....

Angela Magana Loses At Rizing Via Rare Von Flue Choke

A rarely quiet weekend was shaken up with the sight of a rare submission. Former UFC fighter and troublemaker Angela Magana was making her debut over at Rizin against Kanako Murata when her journey...

Tom DeBlass Went From ‘Dadbod’ to Incredible Shape with Easy Strength & Nutrition System

If you have been training BJJ for even a week, you know challenging it can be, but also how rewarding physically and mentally.  It is an amazing martial art and sport that introduces you to a wide...

Reality Check: Famous Self Defense Expert Out Of His Depth in MMA Match

Fred Mastro is a French self defense instructor who has created his system: “Mastro Defense system” which is a combinations of various fighting styles including Penchak Silat. Mastro is hired to...

Martial Arts on the A-List

A new list is out. Entertainment websites and celebrity magazines just love to publish lists of A-List Hollywood actors who are gifted with serious martial arts skills. Predictably, many of them like...

Rousimar Palhares Talks Hulk Physique Plus Grappling Future

According to reports Palhares currently weighs 212 pounds. “Toquinho” plans move back to middleweight going forward – after all he missed weight and lost his last mma bout. ”I felt really...

Roger Gracie Shares Masterful Kimura Details

10x BJJ World Champion and ONE Light Heavyweight World Champion Roger Gracie has been a BJJ competitor for 20 years. Over time he’s been proven to be the king of conceptual jiu jitsu so...

Gracie Breakdown: Pennsylvania State Police Shootout

Gracie Breakdowns have been a very popular take on viral videos. Rener and ryron Gracie regularly offer keen insight into viral incidents happening all over the world – often with the help of...

Retired Minotauro Nogueira Shows Off His New Restaurant & ‘Minotauro Steak’

Life after an MMA career can be tough for many fighters. Going from the huge adrenaline rush of fighting in front of a huge crowd to being somebody that the new generation doesn’t always...

Gabriel Arges’ Savage Kneebar From The 50/50 Guard

The 50/50 position can be a real nightmare. Both combatants have the same exact body configuration. It can be awkward to escape, especially when, at first, we begin landing in 50/50 on accident...

84 Year Old Wrestler Shows Off Moves on Purple Belt Grandson

BJJ has long been a family sport and a family ordeal. But for 84 year old Les Turner it’s a lifestyle. Recently Turner was spotted working on his stand up along side his young grandson Logan...

Boxing Star Regis Prograis Shows Off BJJ training in Brazil – Teases Cross Over

Regis Prograis (22-0, 19 KOs) is one of the sport’s most exciting up-and-coming talents. His impeccable record makes him one of the ones to watch, especially as the generations change. While...

Olympic Wrestling Champ Wants to Face Gabi Garcia

Gabi Garcia might finally meet her match. Olympic wrestling champion Randi Miller threw her hat in the mix. Ok — Gabi Garcia 🥇 (@gabijiu) August 7, 2018 205 — Gabi Garcia 🥇 (@gabijiu)...

Rousimar Palheres Looking As JACKED As Ever Ahead of Match with Craig Jones

The dangerous and unpredictable Rousimar Palhares will face fellow leglocker Craig Jones at KASAI Pro 3 scheduled for Saturday, August 18. Rousimar recently posted a picture from his training camp,...

Gordon Ryan Issues Challenge to Jon Jones: The Only Grappling Match World Wants to See

Jon Jones is an outstanding athlete. It’s been a pleasure watching him in grappling challenges in spite of how much submission underground promotion is struggling. ADCC medalist Gordon Ryan...

UFC’s Anthony Pettis Received Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu

UFC’s Anthony Pettis has had a really nice streak lately. After turning his luck around Pettis submitted Michael Chiesa at the recent UFC 226 – Miocic vs. Cormier. To crown that victory...

Nate Diaz Questions His Commitment to the Fight, Bashes UFC Again

Nate Diaz has had ominous luck with the UFC. Earlier this week he was surprised by the announcement for Khabib v McGregor and abruptly left the event: UFC Announces McGregor Khabib – Nate Diaz...

Matt Serra’s Exiled Brother Emerges After Allegations Of Unseemly Behaviour with a 17 Year Old

Nick Serra has emerged on Facebook again: “FirSt oFf… I wanT tO pUblicLy apologiZE fOr mY NegatIVe poSTs iN tHE pAsT 4.5 yEarS. My OldEr BrOtheR MATt lOckEd mE OuT oF oUR acADEMiEs, whiCH caUsEd...

Gordon Ryan Parts Ways with ACB – Declares Free Agency

In an interesting turn of events Gordon Ryan declared free agency late yesterday. He elaborated to bjjfanatics saying: “I know people will be asking me about acb, due to the fact I said I was a...