Renzo Gracie Shares Why BJJ Athletes Don’t Transition To MMA As Often
Feb 24, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Renzo Gracie recently offered an explanation for a shift many fans have noticed: today’s elite BJJ athletes are far less interested in transitioning to MMA. Speaking on Jibber with Jabber, he...
Fabio Gurgel Shares A Huge Mistake Unsuccessful BJJ Gym Owners Make
Feb 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Keeping a BJJ gym running – and keeping it profitable – is no easy task. Which is why BJJ gym owners should try to learn from the mistakes made by others, as well as from the advice of those more...
John Danaher Explains What You Should Be Doing In-Between Rounds – Not Just Resting
Feb 23, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Most grapplers treat the short break between rounds as nothing more than recovery time. But according to John Danaher, that small window might actually be one of the most valuable learning...
Khabib Nurmagomedov Criticizes Gaming: “You Spend The Best Years Of Your Life On Computer Games”
Feb 22, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Khabib Nurmagomedov has never been shy about sharing his views on discipline and lifestyle. During a conversation with professional esports driver and competitor Cem Bölükbaşı, the former UFC...
United World Wrestling Aligns With AIGA in Strategic Push Toward Olympic Grappling
Feb 22, 2026BJJEE
United World Wrestling (UWW) has officially entered a strategic partnership with the rapidly growing AIGA organization, signaling what could become a defining moment in the global evolution of...
Merab Dvalishvili Talks Jiu-Jitsu For Self-Defense: “You Know…”
Feb 21, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Merab Dvalishvili doesn’t view Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as just another martial art – he sees it as the foundation of self-defense. The former UFC bantamweight champion recently spoke about his...
Zabit Magomedsharipov Returns To Competition After 6 Years – Signs With ACBJJ
Feb 21, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Zabit Magomedsharipov is officially coming back. The former UFC featherweight contender has signed with ACBJJ and is set to compete again in professional combat sports for the first time in over six...
Sean Strickland Plans To Out-Grapple Anthony Hernandez: “Being Taken Down…”
Feb 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Sean Strickland is preparing for a very different kind of fight. Just days before his return at UFC Houston on February 22, the former UFC middleweight champion revealed a surprising approach for his...
Islam Makhachev Pushes Back On Gordon Ryan’s Self-Defense Claim About BJJ: “You Can’t Just Lie Down”
Feb 20, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Islam Makhachev has weighed in on the ongoing debate about which martial art works best in real-world self-defense, responding directly to Gordon Ryan’s recent comments. Ryan had shared his...
(WATCH) Influencer Gets KO’d After Threatening Former UFC Fighter
Feb 19, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Streamer and influencer-boxer Nurideen Shabazz, better known online as Deen the Great, found himself in a real-world altercation after confronting a man with deep ties to the UFC. The incident...
Andrew Tackett Says He Lost His Hearing From Exhaustion During Match With Kade Ruotolo
Feb 19, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Andrew Tackett has reflected on his unforgettable clash with Kade Ruotolo at the Craig Jones Invitational, revealing just how physically demanding the bout actually was. Widely regarded as one of the...
ADCC European Champ Sparks Controversy After Filming Grappling Technique Inside Serbia’s Holiest Church
Feb 18, 2026BJJEE
The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world is once again confronting the delicate balance between creativity, promotion, and respect—this time surrounding one of Europe’s most promising young competitors....
Nicky Ryan Says He & Gordon Are On Good Terms – Asks Fans To Respect Privacy
Feb 18, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Ryan has addressed ongoing speculation surrounding his relationship with his brother, Gordon Ryan, confirming that the two have reconciled and are now on good terms. Rumors about tension within...
Tom DeBlass Urges Adults To Stop Comparing Themselves To Young Competitors: “Stop Doing This To Yourself”
Feb 18, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Veteran BJJ black belt and coach Tom DeBlass has shared a message aimed directly at hobbyists and older practitioners who often feel discouraged training alongside younger athletes. In a recent...
Bryce Mitchell Says BJJ Has Been ‘Gayed Out’: “You Sit On Your Butt & Scoot”
Feb 17, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
UFC featherweight Bryce Mitchell has stirred conversation in the grappling community, after sharing his blunt opinions on modern BJJ. During an “Ask Me Anything” segment, a viewer asked...
Gordon Ryan Announces Retirement From Competition – Amid Ongoing Health Struggles
Feb 17, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan has officially stepped away from BJJ competition, confirming that he is retiring from competing for the foreseeable future. While the announcement surprised many fans, it follows several...
Joe Rogan Explains Why He Quit Fighting At 22: “When I Tore My ACL…”
Feb 16, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Long before he became the voice of the UFC, Joe Rogan was a serious martial artist who once envisioned a competitive fighting career. But the now-famous commentator and podcast host ultimately walked...
Gordon Ryan Says Khabib Nurmagomedov Would Struggle At ADCC: “Not The Best Wrestler”
Feb 16, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan recently shared his opinion on how elite MMA grapplers would fare in pure submission grappling competition, specifically ADCC. Speaking on Mike Perry’s OverDogs podcast, Ryan discussed...
Gordon Ryan Speaks On Galvao Allegations: “I’m So Over Jiu-Jitsu Drama”
Feb 15, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Gordon Ryan has publicly commented on the controversy surrounding allegations against Andre Galvao. The ADCC champion made clear from the outset that he hasn’t been deeply immersed in the details:...
“Dagestani Mikey Musumeci” Calls Out Arman Tsarukyan
Feb 15, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The UFC opened its grappling calendar with UFC BJJ 5, a card headlined by two championship matches. Both titleholders successfully defended their belts, but it was Mikey Musumeci who drew the most...
Javier Mendez Says Jiu-Jitsu Is the Most Effective Single Martial Art For A Real Fight
Feb 14, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Few coaches in combat sports carry the authority of Javier Mendez. As the longtime leader of American Kickboxing Academy and the coach behind multiple world champions, including Khabib Nurmagomedov,...
Mikey Musumeci Teases UFC MMA Debut: “I’ll Announce Soon”
Feb 14, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci may soon be stepping off the mats and into the octagon. Following his successful title defense at UFC BJJ 5, the reigning champion revealed during the post-event press conference that...
Andrew Tackett Talks UFC BJJ Exclusivity: “I Want Stability”
Feb 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Andrew Tackett has spent the last two years making some of the most consequential choices of any rising star in professional grappling. From stepping away from ADCC opportunities to competing at CJI...
Mackenzie Dern Shows Support For Andre & Angelica Galvao Amid Growing Allegations
Feb 13, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
As the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world continues to grapple with serious allegations involving Andre and Angelica Galvao, UFC strawweight contender Mackenzie Dern has publicly expressed support for the...
