Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News, Competitions/Tournaments
Submission Circus 3: Women’s GP and Unprecedented ‘Taparia’ Fight in Brazil
Jul 16, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Submission Circus 3: Women’s GP and Unprecedented ‘Taparia’ Fight in Brazil
The “Submission Circus” promotion had shown, ever since its first edition, that innovation should be the key in the development of submission grappling. They incorporated duels between...Submission Underground (SUG) 25 Full Card Line-Up Preview
Jul 16, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Submission Underground (SUG) 25 Full Card Line-Up Preview
This Sunday, July 18, the Submission Underground (SUG) 25 will take place. It’s going to be a stacked and extremely exciting card! Here’s the full line-up preview. SUBMISSION...Kade Ruotolo Replaces Andrew Wiltse at “The Road to ADCC”
Jul 15, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Kade Ruotolo Replaces Andrew Wiltse at “The Road to ADCC”
Andrew Wiltse vs. Roberto Jimenez was supposed to take place next Sunday, July 17, at “The Road to ADCC” event. However, the highly anticipated match took a turn to the worse, as it was...Watch: Rapper Action Bronson Rolls with ADCC Champion Orlando Sanchez
Jul 15, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Watch: Rapper Action Bronson Rolls with ADCC Champion Orlando Sanchez
Rapper Action Bronson (real name Ariyan Arslani), is an award winning American rapper, chef, and television presenter. In mid-2020, prompted by having reached 400 pounds, and having a health...Cris Cyborg challenges Brazilian DJ to get in the cage with her after beating his wife
Jul 14, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Cris Cyborg challenges Brazilian DJ to get in the cage with her after beating his wife
In recent days, the case of domestic violence involving DJ Ivis – who appears in some footage beating his wife in front of his daughter and other people – has gained social media and enraged many...Ryan Hall Issues UFC 264 Statement: “I Broke My Hand on the First Punch”
Jul 14, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Ryan Hall Issues UFC 264 Statement: “I Broke My Hand on the First Punch”
Ryan Hall suffered his first UFC loss last weekend, when he was KO’d by Ilia Topuria in the first round. The beloved Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist posted a statement on his Instagram account,...Royce Gracie’s Son, Khonry Was Cut by Bellator
Jul 13, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Royce Gracie’s Son, Khonry Was Cut by Bellator
In recent weeks, the UFC made a list of layoffs and now it was Bellator’s turn to give up 18 fighters incuding Khonry Gracie , son of the legend Royce Gracie. Welterweight, Khonry debuted at...William Tackett to Replace Craig Jones at “The Road to ADCC”
Jul 13, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on William Tackett to Replace Craig Jones at “The Road to ADCC”
Image Credit: FloGrappling Last week, Craig Jones broke his hand and was therefore forced to withdraw from a match against Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa at “The Road to ADCC”. Yesterday,...Mica Galvao to Compete at Parajiu-Jitsu Superfight Against Gustavo Riscado
Jul 13, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Mica Galvao to Compete at Parajiu-Jitsu Superfight Against Gustavo Riscado
On August 8, in Rio de Janeiro, the second edition of the Brazilian Paradesportive Jiu-Jitsu Championship will take place; organized by the Santa Catarina Federation of Paradesportive Jiu-Jitsu...Fight To Win 176: Results And Higlights
Jul 13, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Fight To Win 176: Results And Higlights
The Fight To Win 176 took place last Friday, on July 9. In the main event, Gustavo Batista displayed a phenomenal performance against Tex Johnson, winning by decision. Further down the card, other...BJJ Legend Yuri Simoes Talks Victory at BJJ Stars and Other Topics
Jul 12, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on BJJ Legend Yuri Simoes Talks Victory at BJJ Stars and Other Topics
Image Credit: Carol Haber/BJJ Stars Yuri Simoes, a two-time ADCC champion in two different weight divisions, won at the recent BJJ Stars promotion; beating Mahamed Aly in the No-Gi superfight by...Big Deal Pro 3 Results: Anderson Munis Defeats Erberth Santos
Jul 12, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Big Deal Pro 3 Results: Anderson Munis Defeats Erberth Santos
The Big Deal Pro 3 promotion was an exciting one, full of fast-paced and interesting matches. It also had two big match-ups: here’s what happened! LEANDRO LO VS. HENRIQUE CECONI The main...Pena & Meregali Exchange Words on Social Media Ahead of “BJJBET” Match
Jul 11, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Pena & Meregali Exchange Words on Social Media Ahead of “BJJBET” Match
The long-awaited match between Felipe Pena and Nicholas Meregali will finally take place in the main event of the second BJJBET edition, on August 1st. And wouldn’t you know it – the two...Craig Jones Injured & Out of Match Against Lucas Barbosa (Road to ADCC)
Jul 10, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Craig Jones Injured & Out of Match Against Lucas Barbosa (Road to ADCC)
One of the most exciting matches on the “Road to ADCC” card, which is to take place on July 17, between Craig Jones and Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa… Will have to wait a bit...Ryan Hall and Matt Serra Talk About Jiu-Jitsu, UFC Match-Making, and More
Jul 10, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Ryan Hall and Matt Serra Talk About Jiu-Jitsu, UFC Match-Making, and More
Ryan Hall will make his much-anticipated return to the Octagon this Saturday at UFC 264, facing Ilia Topuria after a two-year lay-off. Ahead of the fight, Ryan Hall sat down with Matt Serra and Jim...Mica Galvao Earns His Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt at Age 17
Jul 10, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Mica Galvao Earns His Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt at Age 17
The 17 year-old BJJ phenom Mica Galvao has just earned his black belt. He’s long been establishing himself as one of the rapidly rising stars of Jiu-Jitsu, and he took to sharing the good news...Keenan Cornelius: ‘No One Cares About IBJJF Gi Worlds Anymore’
Jul 08, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Keenan Cornelius: ‘No One Cares About IBJJF Gi Worlds Anymore’
Keenan Cornelius and ADCC medalist and No Gi BJJ world Champion has always been outspoken about various aspects of Jiu-Jitsu topics and has never been shy of sharing his opinion, which was often...Paulo Miyao To Stop Competing in BJJ: ‘I’ll be Honest, I Don’t Miss it”
Jul 08, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Paulo Miyao To Stop Competing in BJJ: ‘I’ll be Honest, I Don’t Miss it”
“The medals don’t mean anything and the glory doesn’t last. It’s all about your happiness.” Jackie Joyner Kersee, 2-time Olympic Gold medalist in track & field Carlos Gracie Jr famously...All Inclusive 7 Day Beach BJJ Camp w/ Felipe Pena, Michelle Nicolini, Ffion Davies & Marco Canha
Jul 06, 2021BJJEEComments Off on All Inclusive 7 Day Beach BJJ Camp w/ Felipe Pena, Michelle Nicolini, Ffion Davies & Marco Canha
What’s the one most important, most beautiful thing that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has given you? What would you say has given you the best goosebumps? Chances are – it’s the experiences. It’s all...Middleweight UFC title fight sets the scene for McGregor’s comeback
Jul 06, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Middleweight UFC title fight sets the scene for McGregor’s comeback
Followers of mixed martial arts are now ready to witness the return of UFC fighting sensation Conor McGregor on UFC 264 in Las Vegas. That bout captured the attention of sports fans around the world...Terere Accepts Renzo Gracie’s ‘Challenge’: ‘Give Me Three Months & I’ll Be Ready’
Jul 04, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Terere Accepts Renzo Gracie’s ‘Challenge’: ‘Give Me Three Months & I’ll Be Ready’
Fernando Terere is one of the greatest legends of Jiu-Jitsu history. He won plethora of titles, including the two gold medals at the IBJJF World Championships… However, Tererê has also led a life...Fabricio Werdum Pushing for Fedor Emelianenko Rematch: “Fedor Was Never the GOAT”
Jul 04, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Fabricio Werdum Pushing for Fedor Emelianenko Rematch: “Fedor Was Never the GOAT”
Fedor Emelianenko is back. Bellator officials have announced that he will return to the MMA cage on October 23. Emelianenko is supposed to headline Bellator’s debut show in Russia, against an...Announcement: Second Brazilian Parajiu-Jitsu Tournament for Para-Athletes
Jul 04, 2021BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Announcement: Second Brazilian Parajiu-Jitsu Tournament for Para-Athletes
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and sport for everyone. No matter your background, level of physical fitness, gender, career, or whatever else… BJJ will make you feel happier, more...Rapper Action Bronson Humbled by Jiu-Jitsu: ‘I’m Addicted, Gonna Learn This Beautiful Art’
Jul 04, 2021BJJEEComments Off on Rapper Action Bronson Humbled by Jiu-Jitsu: ‘I’m Addicted, Gonna Learn This Beautiful Art’
Rapper Action Bronson (real name Ariyan Arslani), is an award winning American rapper, chef, and television presenter. In mid-2020, prompted by having reached 400 pounds, and having a health...