Weekend Recap: AJP Closes February In A High Note With Four Outstanding Tournaments
Feb 29, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
On the last weekend of the month, athletes once again had their pick when it came to tournaments to test their skills, as AJP hosted no less than four events across the world. With three Nationals...
The IBJJF European Championship 2024: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the Spotlight in Paris
Feb 15, 2024BJJEE
For the second consecutive year, Paris has hosted an exceptional event: the IBJJF European Championship. Organized in collaboration with the French federation CFJJB, this internationally renowned...
WNO 22 Results & Review: Brazilian Gi Competitors Dominate
Feb 11, 2024BJJEE
The no-gi competitions hosted by WNO showcase an exceptionally high caliber of athletes and matches. Gala number 22 can be considered a success. There were several unexpected outcomes, including...
Nick Rodriguez Loses his BJJ Black Belt Debut to Victor Hugo at WNO 22
Feb 11, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
WNO 22, held in Costa Mesa (California), saw Victor Hugo earn a decisive victory against Nicky Rodriguez in their heavyweight clash. Hugo, celebrated for his 2023 IBJJF Worlds double-gold triumph,...
UFC Contender Bobby Green: “Grapplers are Watering Down the UFC Brand”
Feb 09, 2024BJJEE
UFC lightweight contender Bobby Green recently expressed criticism of the grappling-focused style some fighters employ in mixed martial arts. In an interview, Green stated he feels the prevalence of...
UFC Veteran Jared Gordon Gets Promoted To BJJ Black Belt
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Jared Gordon, a veteran fighter in the UFC‘s lightweight division, has just been promoted to the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! He was promoted by none other than Mike Jaramillo, a...
Russian Wrestling Legend Aleksandr Karelin Doesn’t Know who UFC Champ Islam Makhachev is
Feb 01, 2024BJJEE
Legendary Russian wrestler Aleksandr Karelin was unfamiliar with UFC champion Islam Makhachev. During an interview at the Ivan Yarygin Cup 2024, wrestling icon Aleksandr Karelin revealed a lack of...
2024 Europeans: Mica Galvao Makes Triumphant Return, Gutemberg & Gabi Take 2x Gold
Jan 27, 2024BJJEE
On February 27th, the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) held their 2024 European Jiu-Jitsu Championship finals in Paris, France. For the second consecutive year, the event was...
These Were the Surprising Day Jobs of MMA Superstars Before They Became Famous
Jan 27, 2024BJJEE
Many UFC fighters worked a job before making a living from MMA. -Chuck Lidell. Ray Sefo. Mark Hunt. Franck Mir . Bas Ruten, Tim Silvia, Ken Shamrock they were nightclub bouncers. -Conor McGregor....
Craig Jones: “Sambo Guys Are Terrified Of Heel Hooks”
Jan 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has been working with Alexander Volkanovski for a while, coaching him on the journey to improve his Jiu-Jitsu skills. Volkanovski has faced Sambo world champion Islam Makhachev in the UFC...
MMA Vet & BJJ Black Belt Diego Braga Murdered After Having Motorcycle Stolen in Rio de Janeiro
Jan 16, 2024BJJEE
The Brazilian mixed martial arts community mourns the loss of Diego Braga, a 44-year-old veteran fighter and father to Gabriel Braga, a recent finalist in the Professional Fighters League tournament....
Nicky Rodriguez vs. Victor Hugo Announced For Heavyweight Match At WNO 22
Jan 14, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Rodriguez and Victor Hugo are set to clash in the main event of Who’s Number One 22 (WNO 22) – scheduled for February 9th, 2024! This heavyweight bout, although not for the title...
Three of the Best BJJ Fighters in UFC History
Jan 08, 2024BJJEE
The UFC has had yet another stellar year and there have been plenty of massive stories throughout 2023. There have been some shocking upsets, such as Sean Strickland dominating Israel Adesanya en...
Chael Sonnen Doesn’t Think Sambo Is Real: “I Think Jiu-Jitsu Wins”
Dec 27, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Chael Sonnen is well-known for speaking his mind, often times without a filter. For example, if someone were to ask him if BJJ or Sambo is better, what do you think that Sonnen’s answer would...
ADXC 2: Bruno Lima Faces Manuel Ribamar In A Portugal vs. Brazil Main Bout
Dec 26, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Set to take place in the UAE’s capital on January 19th, the ADXC 2 boasts a meticulously prepared card, aiming to bring another grappling show filled with exciting duels to fight fans....
Charles do Bronx Promoted To Black Belt In Another Martial Art: “Today Was A Very Special Day”
Dec 26, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Charles do Bronx, the former UFC lightweight champion, has added a new stepping stone to his successful career… Already a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, do Bronx has now been awarded a...
Dana White: “I Would Love To See Tony Ferguson Retire”
Dec 18, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Tony Ferguson‘s career faced another setback as he suffered his seventh straight defeat, this time at the hands of Paddy Pimblett in a one-sided bout at UFC 296. Previously, he has suffered...
ADWPJJC: Check Out Who’ll Be Fighting In The Professional Black Belt Finals
Nov 10, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
After over a week of competition, the wait is finally over. This Thursday, November 9th, the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2023 has officially kicked off its main brackets,...
ADWPJJC: Masters Fight Tooth And Nail To Take The Gold In Abu Dhabi
Nov 08, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
This Tuesday, November 7th, the second and last day of the Abu Dhabi World Masters Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2023, took over the Mubadala Arena and welcomed the most experienced athletes of the...
ADWPJJC 2023: Check Out The Registered Black Belts That Will Highlight The Competition In Abu Dhabi
Nov 01, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The time is almost upon us. The Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Championship is back, bringing with it all the glory as it celebrates its 15 years across ten days of competition. From November 1st to the...
Nick Diaz Denies Pulling Out Of Grappling Match With Georges St-Pierre
Oct 30, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The whole BJJ community was hyped up about the news a few months ago that Georges St-Pierre was going to return to competition – in a submission grappling match… And after a while, it was...
GSP vs Nick Diaz Grappling Match Supposed To Take Place In December – Injuries Prolonged It
Oct 20, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
According to a TSN reporter Aaron Bronsteter, a submission grappling match between George St-Pierre and Nick Diaz was supposed to take place this December – but it has to be prolonged because...
Gabriel Sousa Leaves ZR Team & Joins Essential Jiu-Jitsu
Jul 30, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
Gabriel Sousa, one of the most elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt competitors at lighter weight classes, has decided to leave ZR Team. He is now a part of the Essential Jiu-Jitsu team, training...
Cyborg Abreu & Fightsports Association Implicated in 2nd Sexual Abuse Case
Jun 27, 2023BJJEE
Roberto ‘Cyborg’ Abreu and the Fight Sports affiliation have been implicated in another instance of sexual assault and are now involved in a second lawsuit. This is not the first time that abuse...
