Felipe Pena: “My Goal Now Is To Focus On ADCC & Transition To MMA”
Dec 22, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Pena has done it all now in IBJJF tournaments, given that he’s fulfilled his childhood dream of winning the absolute World Championship title at 2021 IBJJF Worlds. Following his win, he...
Ryan Hall: “I Miss BJJ & I’m Looking Forward to Doing ADCC Next Year”
Dec 14, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Ryan Hall got back on track in MMA with his unanimous decision win against Darrick Minner at UFC 269. This was Hall’s first win since July 2019; after a lot of injuries and cancelled fights, as...
Brianna Ste-Marie, ADCC East Coast Trials Winner, Promoted to BJJ Black Belt
Dec 07, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Brianna Ste-Marie is having a great year! After winning the ADCC East Coast Trials, she was promoted to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt over the last weekend; by Brazilian Top Team Canada’s head...
Cole Abate Explains How He Won ADCC Trials as a 16-Year Old & Blue Belt
Nov 24, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Imagine being just 16 years old and sporting a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blue belt around your waist… And winning the ADCC Trials. Impossible? Well, somebody forgot to tell that to Cole Abate. The...
Andre Galvao Inducted Into The ADCC Hall Of Fame
Nov 23, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
It is now official. Andre Galvao, an ADCC 6x title and 4x superfight winner, has been inducted into the ADCC Hall Of Fame! The promotion shared the news on their Instagram account: ADCC Hall of Fame:...
Garry Tonon’s ONE Championship Title Fight Postponed for 2022
Oct 29, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Garry Tonon was supposed to fight for a lightweight title at ONE Championship’s “ONE: X” event on December 5, against Thanh Le, in Singapore. However, due to a rapid increase in...
ADCC Officially Announces Galvao vs Ryan Superfight: “The Biggest Event in History”
Oct 14, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
One of the most awaited matches in the world has finally been given a date and location. On this Wednesday, ADCC has officially announced that Galvao vs Ryan superfight will take place at ADCC 2022;...
ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials Postponed Due to Coronavirus Pandemic
Oct 05, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
Even though the BJJ competitions have picked up steam in the recent months, some disappointments still happen. And the newest one comes from Singapore – as it’s just been announced that...
2021 ADCC European Trials: Complete Competitor List & What To Expect
Sep 15, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
With about a year left before the next ADCC world championships of 2022, the first official trial event is coming up. The ADCC European, the Middle East and African trials will take place this...
Evolve Ur Game 3 Announced: No Gi ADCC Rules Grand Prix
Aug 11, 2021BJJEE1 Admin
The third edition of the Evolve Ur Game (EUG) promotion has been announced for October! This buildup to the 2022 ADCC championships will feature an 8-man No Gi grand prix that follows along the ADCC...
WNO 27: Xande Ribeiro vs Richie Martinez Match Announced
Mar 06, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Xande Ribeiro is set to face Richie Martinez at Who’s Number One 27 on April 18th, 2025! Despite competing at the highest levels for years, their paths have never crossed until now. Ribeiro, a...
Nicholas Meregali Teases Return To Gi Competition: “I Hope That It Will Be Soon”
Feb 27, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali has announced that he plans to return to gi competition in the future. A three-time IBJJF World Champion, he was on track for another gold in 2021 before being disqualified for...
Ruotolo Brothers Share 10 Reasons They Do Not Use Ster*ids
Dec 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The Ruotolo brothers, widely regarded as two of the top grapplers in the world, have long been outspoken critics of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Kade Ruotolo notably...
Xande Ribeiro Announces Return To Competing In Jiu-Jitsu
Aug 31, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Xande Ribeiro Instagram Xande Ribeiro has just announced his intention to return to BJJ competition – in 2025! His career, which spanned from 2001 to 2018, saw him claim multiple...
Baby Shark Answers Musumeci’s Rant & PED Accusations: ‘You Forgot to take Your Meds’
Jun 09, 2024BJJEE
ONE flyweight submission grappling world champion Mikey Musumeci created quite a stir in the BJJ world… With an unexpectedly swearing-filled victory speech, after defeating Gabriel Sousa at ONE...
Craig Jones Announces Former UFC Champ’s Participation in CJI +80kg Division
May 26, 2024BJJEE
Craig Jones has annunced UFC veteran and BJJ No-Gi Purple Belt World Champion Luke Rockhold will participate in the inaugural Craig Jones Invitational (CJI). So far, reigning ADCC female champion...
New Wave vs B-Team: Which Gym Reigns Supreme for Jiu-Jitsu Training?
Apr 15, 2024BJJEE
Jiu-Jitsu enthusiasts often find themselves debating the merits of different gyms, especially when considering where to train among the top contenders. In Austin, Texas, two gyms stand out due to...
AJ Agazarm: Misunderstood Competitor or a Jiu-Jitsu Villain?
Apr 13, 2024BJJEE
AJ Agazarm, a silver medalist at the ADCC, has long been a polarizing figure in professional grappling. Known for his aggressive style and confrontational behavior, Agazarm often attracts controversy...
WNO 23: Nicky Ryan vs. JT Torres Welterweight Match Announced
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicky Ryan and JT Torres are set to compete against each other in a welterweight superfight – at Who’s Number One 23, on May 10th, 2024! The news were first shared by FloGrappling: ...
Nicholas Meregali Challenges Yuri Simoes & Mason Fowler To $50,000 Matches
Mar 12, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nicholas Meregali is ready for some big fights! He’s now throwing down $50,000 of his own money as a prize if he doesn’t come out on top against Yuri Simoes and Mason Fowler. Meregali...
Vagner Rocha Explains Why He’s On TRT, & What Benefits He Sees in Jiu-Jitsu
Feb 25, 2024BJJEE
Vagner Rocha is 41 years old, but he continues to train and compete at the highest level of professional grappling. For instance, his latest appearance at a major tournament was at ADCC 2022 –...
Gabi Garcia Announces Return To MMA – With A Heavyweight Title Match
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Gabi Garcia has made headlines once again – by announcing her return to the MMA arena! This time, she’s eyeing a heavyweight title in a yet-to-be-revealed promotion. Garcia, who has been...
Craig Jones Reveals His Stero*d Pack For Upcoming Superfight with Rafael Lovato Jr
Feb 07, 2024BJJEE
The UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, set for March 3rd, 2024, is gearing up to be a super exciting event in the submission grappling world! Why? Well, among other things, because it’s just been...
Craig Jones vs. Rafael Lovato Jr. Match Announced For UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6
Feb 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, set for March 3rd, 2024, is gearing up to be a super exciting event in the submission grappling world! Why? Well, among other things, because it’s just been...
