Craig Jones Reacts to Nicholas Meregali Being Submitted by a Purple Belt at ADCC 2024
Aug 17, 2024BJJEE
The 2024 ADCC World Championships witnessed one of the most shocking moments in grappling history when Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt Michael Pixley submitted the heavily favored Nicholas Meregali...
Shocking Upset at ADCC 2024: BJJ Purple Belt Michael Pixley Submits Nicholas Meregali
Aug 17, 2024BJJEE
The 2024 ADCC World Championships delivered one of the most shocking moments in grappling history as BJJ purple belt Michael Pixley, a high-level wrestler training under Heath Pedigo at Daisy Fresh,...
Craig Jones Invitational Day 1 Recap: Surprising Upsets & Slick Submissions Set the Stage for Semifinals
Aug 17, 2024BJJEE
The inaugural Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) kicked off in spectacular fashion on Friday night at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling Day 2....
[WATCH] Luke Rockhold High-Fives Mighty Mouse – Mid-Match At CJI
Aug 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Luke Rockhold put his grappling skills on display at the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI), against Pat Downey – a former NCAA Division I All-American wrestler. As the match began, Rockhold...
Luke Rockhold: “What’s The Point Of Being A BJJ World Champion If You Can’t Beat A Guy In A Bar Fight?”
Aug 17, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold has sparked controversy yet again… This time with his comments questioning the practical effectiveness of BJJ competition skills in real-world...
The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) -80kg +80 kg Divisions Preview & Analysis
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE
CJI Preview and Analysis: Under 80kg Division The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) is set to host its inaugural event, featuring a stacked lineup of competitors across different weight divisions, with...
Craig Jones Invitational (CJI): Full Fight Card Reveal
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) has released its highly anticipated brackets – and the lineup is nothing short of spectacular! The event, set to take place on August 16 and 17, features some...
MMA Veteran Allegedly K*lls Man To Avenge Son’s Death
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Former mixed martial artist Lumumba Sayers – once known for his powerful performances in the ring and for sharing the stage with UFC names like Derek Brunson – now faces a troubling...
Eddie Bravo Reveals Inside Information About Garry Tonon & UFC
Aug 16, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Eddie Bravo recently dropped some intriguing insider information about Garry Tonon – suggesting that the grappling star might be making a move to the UFC. Tonon, widely recognized for his...
Khabib Nurmagomedov Avoids Jail Time After Losing Family Home Amid $3.4 Million Russian Tax Dispute
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
Khabib Nurmagomedov has reportedly settled his over $3 million tax debt with the Russian Federal Tax Service (FTS). Earlier this year, news broke that Russia’s top tax authority claimed...
Henry Cejudo Shares How Khamzat Chimaev & His Crew Tried to Fight Him at the Paris Olympics
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
Henry Cejudo recently shared a wild story on his ‘Pound 4 Pound’ podcast with Kamaru Usman, revealing that he almost got into a brawl with UFC star Khamzat Chimaev at the Paris Olympics....
BJJ Champ Joao Miyao Displays Long-Term Effects of a Lifetime of BJJ Competition Training
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE
The allure of legendary figures in grappling often lies in their victories, struggles, and moments of inspiration that drive others to keep fighting in their own lives. However, behind these moments...
UFC Fighter Reveals How Good Khabib Nurmagomedov Is Currently: “If He Returns…”
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
UFC’s Belal Muhammad has nothing but admiration for Khabib Nurmagomedov – and it’s clear that training with Team Khabib has had a significant impact on his career. In a recent...
Gabi Garcia Reveals If She’ll Go Easy On Craig Jones At CJI
Aug 15, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gabi Garcia is set to face Craig Jones in the first-ever intergender grappling match, at the inaugural Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) in Las Vegas. Garcia is very excited about the match, praising...
Joao Miyao Criticizes Helio Gracie’s Self-Defense Technique
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and world champion Joao Miyao recently stirred up some controversy in the BJJ community with a social media post. Miyao’s comments seemed to cast doubt on the...
Sean Strickland accuses former UFC fighter & current manager Tiki Ghosn of being a predator
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Sean Strickland, known for being one of the most outspoken and controversial figures in UFC history, has made serious accusations against former UFC fighter turned MMA manager, Tiki Ghosn....
Royce Gracie Says Mike Tyson “Wouldn’t Stand A Chance” Against Him
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
In a recent episode of the “All Facts No Brakes” podcast, BJJ legend Royce Gracie shared his thoughts on what would happen in a potential match against the boxing GOAT – Mike Tyson....
Mackenzie Dern Talks Challenges Women Face In BJJ: “They Focus More On How You Look”
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mackenzie Dern recently discussed the unique challenges women face in the grappling world. In an interview on Alex Wendling’s podcast, Dern emphasized the struggles female athletes endure to gain...
BJJ Ace Garry Tonon Rumored to Be Negotiating with the UFC but There’s a Catch
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Garry Tonon, a highly regarded American grappler and mixed martial artist, is rumored to be in talks with the UFC, but there’s a significant hurdle in the way. Tonon, known for his exceptional...
Eddie Bravo: “I Really Get Bored Watching Gi Stuff”
Aug 14, 2024BJJEE
Eddie Bravo, a well-known figure in the grappling community and the founder of the 10th Planet system, recently stirred up discussions with his frank opinions about traditional gi Brazilian...
Islam Makhachev Names Which MMA Fighters are Fake Black Belts in BJJ
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE
Islam Makhachev, the UFC lightweight champion, has sparked a heated debate about the authenticity of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) black belts in MMA, accusing some fighters of having ranks that were...
Eddie Bravo Reveals How He First Heard About Craig Jones (Purple Belt At The Time)
Aug 13, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Everybody has had to start somewhere, no matter how successful they are today (or how successful they may become). Including the most successful of people in their respective fields – such as...
Jiu-Jitsu Legend Renzo Gracie Confident Amateur MMA Will Get Nod for Olympics
Aug 12, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie, a legendary figure in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, is optimistic about the inclusion of amateur MMA in the Olympics. He attributes this potential leap to the concerted efforts by organizations...
Leandro Lo’s Mother Talks About Her Son: “He Will Never Be Forgotten”
Aug 12, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
On August 7, 2022, the Jiu-Jitsu community was devastated by the tragic loss of one of its greatest icons, eight-time world champion Leandro Lo. Lo, only 33 years old, was brutally murdered during a...
