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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News, Featured

Robert Drysdale: ‘It’s Weird but People in Jiu-Jitsu Only Respect You When You Beat Them Up On the Mats’

The idea that “the truth is on the mats” in Jiu-Jitsu speaks to the direct, physical nature of the sport where skills and abilities are tangibly demonstrated through sparring or...

ADXC 3: Why Is Rayron Gracie vs. Fellipe Andrew An Instantly Historical Match?

Held last March 2nd, ADXC 3 was born with the status of a historic event. Being the first edition of the Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship outside the capital of the UAE, the tournament featured a...

Zoltan Bathory Of “Five Finger Death Punch” Signs Deal With The UFC

Zoltan Bathory and his partners Brandon McCraghen, Heather Gracie and Keelan Lawyer of PGF World (Professional Grappling Federation) just inked a deal with the UFC – for their BJJ competition...

Frank Mir Recalls Breaking A Guy’s Arm In A Street Fight: “He’s Tapping, But So What?”

MMA legend Frank Mir had shared details about an incident – a street fight – he found himself some time ago… During which he broke the other person’s arm. Mir emphasized that...

UFC’s Muhammad Mokaev Disqualified From BJJ Tournament – After Slamming A Hobbyist

Muhammad Mokaev, a veteran of the UFC flyweight division, once again found himself making headlines for the wrong reasons… As he was disqualified from a BJJ tournament – for slamming his...

The Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Techniques

Description: History of martial arts and its development. What techniques are used in jiu-jitsu, their changes over the centuries. Where this martial art is applied, its future in the modern world....

NEVER Get Tapped Out Again In Jiu Jitsu By Using This Little Trick

Hey, you. Yes, you! Pssst, quiet, we have a secret to share with you… A top secret piece of advice, actually… Listen up: how would you like to know a very sneaky trick that will give you...

BJJ Black Belt Andrew Wiltse on The Harsh Realities of Working as a Bouncer

When working as a part of law enforcement – or at any sort of a security job, such as working as a bouncer – it’s a good idea to learn at least some Judo, Jiu-Jitsu or Wrestling… As it will...

2X ADCC World Champ JT Torres Shares his Action Plan and Mindset for ADCC 2024

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...

How To Apply The “Osoto Gari” Against Jiu-Jitsu Players – By Andre Galvao

Osotogari is a highly popular and powerful throw in Judo, Sambo and BJJ. It is classified as a foot technique, Ashi-Waza. The problem is that the classic way that it is usually is NOT the way that it...

Joe Rogan Reveals How A “Humiliating Experience” Got Him To Train Wrestling

Everyone’s got a story to tell about how they got into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts (MMA), or any other martial art. And as far as Joe Rogan is concerned, he started training...

Was it the Biggest BJJ White Belt Tournament in the World?

Last weekend in Paris, the French Federation CFJJB, known for helping host the IBJJF European Championship in 2023 and 2024, organized a tournament just for white belts. Over 2000 athletes competed...

Renzo Gracie’s Lightning Quick Armlock Against a Turtled Opponent

Learn with Renzo Gracie how to attack a lethal armlock without exposing yourself to get hurt. Renzo shows how he developed a variation of the specific angle by jumping over and using his body and...

Renzo Gracie Shows Secret Choke On Royler Gracie

Renzo Gracie is one of the most beloved – and most charismatic – BJJ athletes and coaches in the world. His love for the Gentle Art knows no limits, as he’s said in an interview for...

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...

Nicola Intreccio, ADGS Rome Head Organizer, informs: Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Rome Reaches already 60% Capacity”

Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, the most important international event branded AJPTour after the World Pro Jiu-Jitsu Championship, will hold its first edition in Rome on April 12, 13, and 14, featuring a prize...

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,...

Jake Gyllenhaal Says Conor McGregor Accidentally Punched Him During Movie Shoot

Jake Gyllenhaal recently shared a funny anecdote from the set of the upcoming “Road House” remake – revealing that Conor McGregor accidentally punched him. Scheduled for release on...

[WATCH] Mike Davis Submits Natan Levy With Nasty Arm Triangle At UFC Vegas 88

Mike Davis returned to the UFC octagon with a bang in his first fight since October 2022… Immediately revealing why he is a dominant presence – with an Arm Triangle Choke in a match...

BJJ Black Belt Arrested After Breaking A Man’s Skull In A Street Fight

Nenad Shuput, a co-owner of a Jiu-Jitsu gym and a BJJ black belt, recently found himself in handcuffs – following his alleged involvement in a roadside brawl. According to KJJZ, Utah Highway...

Is Sacrificing Your Free Time For Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Really Worth It?

Truth be told, Jiu Jitsu takes a lot of time. It’s not just about the training; but there’s the getting ready part, travelling to the academy part, showering after training part, driving...