Craig Jones & Kazushi Sakuraba Join Forces For Craig Jones Invitational 2
Feb 08, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has unveiled new details about the highly anticipated Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) 2, set to take place at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on August 30-31, 2025. Specifically,...
Andrew Wiltse Arrested and Deplatformed Following Mental Health Crisis & Aggravated Battery Incident
Nov 14, 2024BJJEE
In a series of emotionally charged social media updates, Bird Wiltse shared details about the arrest of his brother, Jiu-Jitsu competitor Andrew Wiltse. According to Bird’s statements,...
Rare Footage Of John Danaher Rolling Surfaces
Nov 13, 2024BJJEE
Footage of John Danaher rolling is very hard to come by. The amazing coach of the Danaher Death Squad started training BJJ in the mid 90’s and was one of Renzo Gracie’s first American...
John Danaher Outlines Biggest Problems Of Beginners in BJJ
Nov 06, 2024BJJEE
John Danaher has long been revered as one of the most respected and influential figures in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) community. Renowned for his innovative approach and deep analytical mindset,...
Craig Jones: The Polarizing Australian Changing Jiu-Jitsu Worldwide
Nov 01, 2024BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
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....
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...
The BJJ Blueprint: How To Grapple Like Nick Rodriguez
Aug 11, 2024BJJEE
Guest post by Evolve MMA, Asia’s premier championship brand for martial arts. It has the most number of World Champions on the planet. Named as the #1 ranked martial arts organization in Asia by...
Analysis and Predictions for CJI Divisions: -80 kg and +80 kg & Superfights
Jul 30, 2024BJJEE
The Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) held on August 16-17 in Las Vegas and free on Youtube, promises to be an exciting event with some of the best grapplers in the world competing in two main...
Who is Funding CJI? Renzo Gracie Says: ‘There Are Two Options’
Jul 13, 2024BJJEE
Renzo Gracie has revealed that having events like the ADCC and the Craig Jones Invitational thrive contributes to the growth of Jiu-Jitsu. Renzo Gracie stated that he knows who is the investor behind...
Grappling Exodus: CJI vs. ADCC – More Huge Names In Talks To Join & What We Know So Far
Jun 05, 2024BJJEE
The Grappling Exodus: Craig Jones Invitational vs. ADCC – What We Know So Far The grappling world is abuzz with a seismic shift as top-tier athletes reconsider their allegiance to the Abu Dhabi...
Craig Jones Opens Up About PED Use: “The Next Generation Is Gonna Take It Anyway”
May 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Craig Jones has been making waves recently in the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, most notably by organizing the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) – a $1 million tournament that is going to take...
Mason Fowler Confirms Participation At Craig Jones Invitational (CJI)
May 29, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Yes, it’s official… Mason Fowler, winner of ADCC East & West Coast Trials 2019 and 2021 & an ADCC veteran, has decided to compete at the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) rather than...
Jozef Chen Announces Appearance At Craig Jones Invitational (CJI)
May 28, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
It’s official: Jozef Chen will compete at the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI)! He has announced it via social media, with a funny caption: If I win [the million dollars] I guess I shouldn’t...
Nick Rodriguez Forgoes ADCC To Compete At Craig Jones Invitational (CJI)
May 28, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Nick Rodriguez has just become the latest athlete to leave ADCC 2024 in favor of the Craig Jones Invitational (CJI) tournament! This one shouldn’t come as a surprise, as it is becoming...
Craig Jones Launches Highest Paying BJJ Event in History on Same Weekend as ADCC
May 24, 2024BJJEE
It’s been some days ago that Craig Jones has revealed that he has plans to organize his own $1 million Jiu-Jitsu tournament… And he has now decided to unveil even more details surrounding...
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...
ADCC 2024: Here’s The Full Competitor List
Mar 18, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
ADCC 2024 is gearing up to be an exciting event, scheduled for September 17th and 18th at the prestigious T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. And, as anticipation builds, organizers have revealed...
Check out who will compete in ADCC 2024, in Las Vegas
Mar 11, 2024BJJEE
Discover the lineup for ADCC 2024 in Las Vegas, set to take place in August. With ambitions to surpass previous records, this event will feature five men’s divisions, each with 16 fighters, and...
Nick Rodriguez Promoted to Black Belt in BJJ After Training for 5 years
Dec 23, 2023BJJEE
2x ADCC silver medalist Nick Rodriguez has just been promoted to black belt in BJJ after training in BJJ for a little over 5 years. He was promoted by Craig Jones, Nicky Ryan and Ethan Crelinsten....
UFC Fight Pass Invitational 5 Results: Meregali & Rodriguez Steal The Show
Dec 11, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
The UFC Fight Pass Invitational 5 event, held on December 11th, turned out to be an evening of exciting Jiu-Jitsu matches… Here are the full results! NICHOLAS MEREGALI BEATS FELIPE PENA...
Mica Galvão and Tainan Dalpra Shine at WNO 21 and Get the Finish; Check the Results
Dec 02, 2023BJJEE
Who’s Number One 21 was held on Thursday, November 30th in Austin, Texas. The main card featured several big name athletes competing in grappling matches. In the main event, Pedro Marinho...
Craig Jones Talks FloGrappling: “No, You Can’t Get A Hotel Room”
Sep 29, 2023BJJEE1 Admin
In the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the community is divided in their thoughts on FloGrappling – the subscription sports broadcaster and streaming service that covers a lot of BJJ events....
