Category Archive: BJJ News
Pros React on Twitter to Gilbert Melendez Positive Drug Test
Jul 07, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Pros React on Twitter to Gilbert Melendez Positive Drug Test
UFC lightweight Gilbert Melendez has tested positive for exogenous origin of testosterone metabolites, and has been suspended for a year, starting from his Eddie Alvarez fight at UFC 188 on...Gilbert Melendez Tests Positive for PEDs; Suspended 1 Year
Jul 07, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Gilbert Melendez Tests Positive for PEDs; Suspended 1 Year
UFC lightweight Gilbert Melendez has tested positive for exogenous origin of testosterone metabolites, and has been suspended for a year, starting from his Eddie Alvarez fight at UFC...GSP Coach Firas Zahabi Fight Breakdown: Mendes vs McGregor
Jul 07, 2015BJJEEComments Off on GSP Coach Firas Zahabi Fight Breakdown: Mendes vs McGregor
GSP’s coach Firas Zahabi gives a great expert breakdown of the interim title fight. Conor McGregor, 26, comes into the interim 145-pound title fight on a 13-fight winning streak....Fabio Gurgel On Ex-Alliance Members: ‘They Didn’t Build Anything Admirable’
Jul 07, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Fabio Gurgel On Ex-Alliance Members: ‘They Didn’t Build Anything Admirable’
Fightinglifestyleuae.com caught up with the Co-founder of Team Alliance and a man who has played a vital role in shaping today’s Jiu-jitsu environment. Fabio Gurgel was in Dubai under...Paulo Filho: ‘Jon Jones Has Same Depression Issues as Me; He Will Use Cocaine Again’
Jul 06, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Paulo Filho: ‘Jon Jones Has Same Depression Issues as Me; He Will Use Cocaine Again’
A BJJ black belt under Carlson Gracie , Paulo Filho was once considered the world’s number one fighter at middle weight after reaching the final of the Pride Grand Prix and winning...FREE LIVE STREAM RIGHT NOW: TUFF Invitational 2: Marco Canha vs Richard Flood & More
Jul 04, 2015BJJEEComments Off on FREE LIVE STREAM RIGHT NOW: TUFF Invitational 2: Marco Canha vs Richard Flood & More
From TUFF Invitational founder Jon Jarvis: Welcome to TUFF Invitational 2 where we hope you will enjoy a fantastic night of grappling from some of the best talent in the UK. Our mission at...Marketing Specialists: Jiu-Jitsu Not Growing as Fast as Expected
Jul 02, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Marketing Specialists: Jiu-Jitsu Not Growing as Fast as Expected
It is widely believed that Jiu-Jitsu is fast growing worldwide. Some even claim that it is the fastest growing martial art in the world. Digital marketing specialist Tyler Bishop...Dana White on CM Punk’s Progress: ‘He Looks Phenomenal’
Jul 02, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Dana White on CM Punk’s Progress: ‘He Looks Phenomenal’
Former WWE champion CM Punk was signed by the UFC in December 2014. The news shocked a lot of MMA fans as he has no MMA record, no prior martial arts background although at 36 years old,...Crazy Storm Kimonos Deal: 50% Off + 2 JJA Gis for 99$ until July 6th
Jul 01, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Crazy Storm Kimonos Deal: 50% Off + 2 JJA Gis for 99$ until July 6th
Best Deal You’ll find anywhere: Storm Kimonos are having some short term 50% off promotions. Limited time until July 6th! Best deal on the net: Two Jiu-Jitsu Athletica Gis for 99.99$!...Rener Gracie on ‘Pure Gracie Jiu-Jitsu’ Taught at Gracie Academy instead of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 01, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Rener Gracie on ‘Pure Gracie Jiu-Jitsu’ Taught at Gracie Academy instead of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Rener Gracie answers the recent claims made by Dan Lukehart and by his uncle Renzo Gracie (back in 2009) that the Gracie Academy is brainwashing their students and that they claim to be the only ones...Jose Aldo out of UFC 189; Chad Mendes Faces Conor McGregor for interim belt
Jul 01, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Jose Aldo out of UFC 189; Chad Mendes Faces Conor McGregor for interim belt
Dana White has anounced it. Aldo is too injured to fight. He will replaced by Chad Mendes (17-2 MMA, 8-2 UFC) in the McGregor fight two weeks from now. They will fight for the...Renzo Gracie & Dan Lukehart Denounce Gracie Academy’s Brainwashing of Students
Jun 30, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Renzo Gracie & Dan Lukehart Denounce Gracie Academy’s Brainwashing of Students
Dan “TrumpetDan” Lukehart is the owner and head instructor at Brea Jiu-Jitsu. Dan has been training Jiu-Jitsu since January of 2006 and is a black belt under Beneil Dariush. Dan...Xande on Pe de Pano Superfight: ‘I hope the UFC Will Help Jiu-Jitsu by Supporting our Events’
Jun 30, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Xande on Pe de Pano Superfight: ‘I hope the UFC Will Help Jiu-Jitsu by Supporting our Events’
This coming July 11 in Las Vegas Nevada as part of the UFC fight week, there will be an IBJJF Tournament during the UFC Expo, called American Nationals. Among the main attractions are...Renzo Gracie Out Of ADCC Superfight w/ Hughes; Updated List of Competitors
Jun 30, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Renzo Gracie Out Of ADCC Superfight w/ Hughes; Updated List of Competitors
Renzo Gracie is injured, faces knee surgery, and is out of the superfight with former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes. The MMA legends were meant to have a superfight on Aug. 29...Retired BJ Penn: ‘I Haven’t Done Martial Arts in a Year’
Jun 30, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Retired BJ Penn: ‘I Haven’t Done Martial Arts in a Year’
Retired future UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn appeared recently on Ariel Helwani’s The MMA Hour, and Helwani asked him about a possible returning to MMA or even Jiu-Jitsu. Penn said,...McGregor: If Jose Aldo shows up it’ll be done in 1 round (UFC 189)
Jun 30, 2015BJJEEComments Off on McGregor: If Jose Aldo shows up it’ll be done in 1 round (UFC 189)
According to Aldo’s training partner Jonas Bilharinho, Aldo will train for the first time since the injury Tuesday to evaluate his condition. Bilharinho said on Monday’s edition...Shamrock Answers Rogan’s ‘Fake Fight’ Accusations
Jun 29, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Shamrock Answers Rogan’s ‘Fake Fight’ Accusations
Joe Rogan said on his podcast that parts of the Kimbo Slice vs Ken Shamrock fight looked suspicious. But the ending technical knockout was real. According to Shamrock, Joe Rogan could...Watch: Yoel Romero’s Post Fight Rant About Gay Marriage: ‘Wake Up USA!’
Jun 28, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Watch: Yoel Romero’s Post Fight Rant About Gay Marriage: ‘Wake Up USA!’
After beating Lyoto Machida, Yoel Romero seemingly had a rant about gay marriage in the USA.: “Wow. My friends, I want to say something. I’ll try English. Hey UFC....The Sport of Jiu-Jitsu Lands its First Ever Major Corporate Sponsor
Jun 27, 2015BJJEEComments Off on The Sport of Jiu-Jitsu Lands its First Ever Major Corporate Sponsor
Jiu-Jitsu worldwide is aiming towards becoming a professional sport. There has yet to be any major corporation to sponsor the sport. Most sponsors are directly related to Jiu-Jitsu (Gi...Rafael Mendes Pulls Out of ADCC 2015
5x BJJ world champion Rafael Mendes has decided not compete at the year’s ADCC which will be held in Sao Paulo Brazil in August. Mendes broke the record this year of...Jonas Bilharinho: “Aldo Shouldn’t Take the Fight Vs McGregor”
Jun 26, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Jonas Bilharinho: “Aldo Shouldn’t Take the Fight Vs McGregor”
Jonas Bilharinho, training partner to Jose Aldo, witnessed the injury take place and gives his account of it. He also thinks Aldo shouldn’t take the fight with Conor McGregor...Evolve MMA Expanding in Asia & Looking for BJJ Black Belt Instructors
Jun 26, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Evolve MMA Expanding in Asia & Looking for BJJ Black Belt Instructors
Evolve MMA/BJJ academy in Singapore was recently voted as one of the most beautiful BJJ academies in the world. The Evolve MMA, martial arts organization in Asia, wants to add more...How Jose Aldo Injured his Rib; Dutch Kickboxing Champ Andy Souwer Part of 30 Man Camp
Big news came out on Tuesday that Jose Aldo has suffered a rib injury while training and that his UFC 189 main event bout against Conor McGregor was in jeopardy. At the moment,...Former Judo Coach Answers Rousey: ‘There Was Nothing Remarkable about Her’
Jun 23, 2015BJJEEComments Off on Former Judo Coach Answers Rousey: ‘There Was Nothing Remarkable about Her’
Jason Morris, is an Olympic silver medalist, and USA national Judo team coach for the 2008 Olympic games in Beijing. He was Ronda Rousey’s personal coach for eight months and he...