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Category Archive: Articles, BJJ News

Khabib Says Michael Jordan Wouldn’t Survive “Dagestani Basketball”

Khabib Nurmagomedov has gone viral once again – this time for turning an innocent fan question into a full-blown Dagestani crossover sequel to The Last Dance. During a Q&A in Chicago, the...

Sarah Galvao Breaks Down The True Difference Between Gi & No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu

During a recent appearance on the Alberto Crane Podcast, Sarah Galvao argued that gi and no-gi aren’t just variations of the same art… They’re completely different sports: Between gi and...

Shocking Verdict Stuns the BJJ World: The Man Accused of Killing Leandro Lo Is Found Not Guilty

On November 15, 2025, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community was shaken to its core. After nearly three long years, countless delays, and a trial that many hoped would finally bring closure, a São Paulo...

Khabib Nurmagomedov Reflects On The Conor McGregor Match: “Smashing Him Was My Vacation”

Khabib Nurmagomedov has never been one to revel in trash talk – but when it came to Conor McGregor, “The Eagle” enjoyed every second of letting his fists do the talking. Speaking to an...

Alex Pereira Challenges Khamzat Chimaev To A Grappling Match

UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira has responded to Khamzat Chimaev’s recent callout – but not in the way anyone expected. Instead of brushing Chimaev off or accepting an MMA showdown,...

Royce Gracie: “My Dad Didn’t Want Me To Hurt My Opponents, But My Mom…”

MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fans have long viewed Helio Gracie as the philosophical architect of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – a calm, technical master who stressed leverage, patience, and efficiency over...

BJJ Competitor Disqualified After Biting Opponent During NAGA Match

A bizarre incident at a recent NAGA grappling tournament in Miami has sparked outrage – after competitor Ana Bozovic shared photos of deep bite marks on her forearm following a match. Bozovic, who...

Dana White Defends Mark Zuckerberg: “He’ll Beat The Living Sh*t Out Of You”

During a recent appearance on The Skinny Confidential podcast, Dana White shut down critics who mock Mark Zuckerberg – warning that the Meta CEO is far from the “computer nerd”...

Renzo Gracie Promoted To BJJ Coral Belt By Rickson Gracie

Renzo Gracie has been promoted to the BJJ coral belt by his cousin, the legendary Rickson Gracie! The ceremony, attended by close friends and family, was a celebration of decades of dedication,...

Prankster Tries to Intimidate Bouncer With Jiu-Jitsu — Gets Humbled by a Gracie Black Belt

It started like any other over-the-top influencer stunt — and ended with a brutal dose of reality. A social media personality recently found himself humiliated after trying to flex his “Jiu-Jitsu...

Max Gimenis’ UFC Debut Ends In Brutal First-Round Knockout Loss To Josh Hokit

Elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor Max Gimenis made his long-awaited UFC debut at UFC Vegas 111 – but the fight ended in a way he did not want it to. Despite entering the octagon with significant...

Rafael Lovato Jr. Talks Upcoming Match With Giancarlo Bodoni: “We’re Gonna Get This Victory”

Rafael Lovato Jr. will face Giancarlo Bodoni in a middleweight submission grappling match at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on November 16, 2025! The matchup promises to be one of the most technically...

Jiu-Jitsu Put to the Test at the Ultimate Self-Defense Championship Against Kudo, MMA, and More

When Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt Josh Beam accepted a last-minute invitation to the Ultimate Self Defense Championship in Lithuania, he didn’t expect to be thrown into one of the most...

BJJ Practitioner Breaks Police Officer’s Leg After He Allegedly Photographed His Wife Exercising

A violent confrontation erupted inside a gym in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, after a jiu-jitsu practitioner attacked an off-duty police officer who was allegedly recording his wife during her workout. The...

John Danaher Explains How Mastering Pace Can Transform Your Jiu-Jitsu Game

In his recent reflection, John Danaher tackled one of the most underrated – yet essential – aspects of high-level grappling: controlling the pace of a roll. According to Danaher, the ability to...

Luke Rockhold Says Getting Hit In The B*lls “Doesn’t Hurt That Bad”

Luke Rockhold shared a blunt take on Kevin Holland’s controversial loss to Mike Malott, questioning whether the groin strikes that halted the fight’s momentum were as devastating as they...

Rodrigo Comprido Explains Why Judo Struggles To Grow While Jiu-Jitsu Thrives

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend Rodrigo “Comprido” Medeiros recently broke down one of the most overlooked distinctions between judo and Jiu-Jitsu, explaining why one martial art has become a...

ADCC 2025 in Las Vegas – Final Results and Essential Moments

ADCC 2025 in Las Vegas – Analysis of the Biggest BJJ Battle of the Summer In August, BJJ fans in Las Vegas had a chance to watch top BJJ matches at the 2025 ADCC USA Nationals. The event brought...

Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida Set To Make Second UFC Appearance At Year-End Card

The UFC is closing out 2025 with a stacked lineup — and one of the most intriguing matchups will mark the return of Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida! The 17-time world champion will make his...

Fabio Gurgel Voices Concerns Over Adding Jiu-Jitsu to Public School Programs: “Benefits Are Nonexistent”

Renowned Jiu-Jitsu coach and Alliance co-founder Fabio Gurgel has sparked discussion in the martial arts community after expressing skepticism about implementing Jiu-Jitsu in public schools. Speaking...

BJJ Champion Gianni Grippo Has a Creepy Stalker: “I Can’t Ignore This Any Longer”

Multiple-time IBJJF black belt champion Gianni Grippo has publicly addressed a situation that has been affecting him for most of this year: a persistent online stalker who has allegedly been tagging...

Sydney Sweeney Hints At Fighting In A Real Boxing Match: “I Love Fighting”

Famous Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney has revealed that she’s genuinely considering stepping into the boxing ring – not for a role, but for real – following her intense preparation for her...

Fabio Gurgel On Why Jiu-Jitsu Is The Only Martial Art You Can Truly Practice After 40

The legendary coach Fabio Gurgel recently reflected on one of Jiu-Jitsu’s most defining qualities – its lifelong accessibility: Jiu-Jitsu is the only martial art you can practice in a true way...

Tom DeBlass: Earning a Doctorate Would Be ‘Torture’ Compared to the Consistency & Resilience Needed for a BJJ Black Belt

The never-ending debate inside the BJJ world — Is earning a black belt harder than getting a doctorate or finishing medical school? — just got a reality check from Tom DeBlass. While fighters...