Mikey Musumeci Criticizes IBJJF Rules For Encouraging Strategy Over Fighting: “So Easy To Lose”
May 14, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci recently shared his frustrations with IBJJF competition, arguing that the ruleset discourages real engagement and rewards overly strategic play. Speaking on the Overdogs BJJ Podcast...
IBJJF & CBJJ Permanently Ban Melqui Galvao Following Allegations: “Utmost Rigor”
Apr 29, 2026BJJEE1 Admin
The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) and Confederacao Brasileira de Jiu Jitsu (CBJJ) have issued a decisive response to allegations involving Melqui Galvao, announcing a...
Felipe Pena Says Winning IBJJF Worlds No Longer Proves You’re The Best In BJJ
Nov 27, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Pena may be one of the few athletes in Jiu-Jitsu history who has conquered both worlds – the traditional era of IBJJF dominance and the modern age of super-fight driven pro grappling. But...
Demetrious Johnson Suffers Knee Injury, Exits IBJJF World Masters 2025
Aug 31, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Former UFC and ONE flyweight champion Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson saw his run at the 2025 IBJJF World Masters cut short – when an injury forced him out during his second match. Johnson...
IBJJF Issues Statement Following Athlete’s Death At Chicago Summer Open
Aug 14, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) has expressed deep sorrow after an athlete tragically passed away during last weekend’s Chicago Summer Open tournament. In a statement...
Ana Vieira Shares Why She’ll Never Compete At IBJJF Worlds Again
Aug 10, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Multiple-time IBJJF World Champion Ana Vieira has officially closed the door on ever competing at IBJJF Worlds again. While many athletes have started shifting toward higher-paying events like the...
Adam Wardzinski Retires After Making History – As First European IBJJF Grand Slam Champion
Jun 03, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Adam Wardzinski ended his legendary competitive career in poetic fashion – by making history and walking away on top. Moments after securing gold at the IBJJF World Championship 2025, Wardzinski...
Mia Funegra Becomes Youngest IBJJF World Champion In History At Just 18
Jun 02, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Mia Funegra has officially etched her name into the record books, becoming the youngest IBJJF World Champion of all time at just 18 years and 193 days old. The previous record, held by Tye Ruotolo...
Dean Lister Talks IBJJF: “They Didn’t Even Recognize Me As A Black Belt”
May 21, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
ADCC champion and BJJ legend Dean Lister recently shared details about his rocky relationship with one of Jiu-Jitsu’s most prominent governing bodies – the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu...
Veteran Jiu-Jitsu Competitor: “It’s Ret*rded To Pay To Compete”
Mar 30, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Veteran Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Denny Prokopos has become the latest prominent voice to take aim at the widespread practice of BJJ athletes paying to compete in top-level events. Prokopos, who...
Roberto Jimenez Calls Out IBJJF: “BJJ Athletes Deserve To Be Paid”
Mar 26, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Roberto Jimenez has never been shy about speaking his mind – and now, the elite grappler is taking aim at one of the sport’s most hotly debated issues: athlete pay. In a recent social media post,...
Felipe Costa Stripped Of IBJJF No-Gi World Title After Positive Test
Mar 22, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Felipe Costa’s breakout year in grappling has hit a major roadblock. After an impressive run that saw him win bronze at ADCC 2024 and claim his first IBJJF No-Gi World Championship title in the...
IBJJF Suspends Pat Downey From Competition For 5 Years
Mar 04, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Elite wrestler Pat Downey has been banned from IBJJF competition for a period of five years. Downey had made his promotional debut at the IBJJF No-Gi World Championship 2024, marking his first event...
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...
Grappler Sparks Controversy By Saying That “IBJJF Is An Organization That Helps Brazilians Get Green Cards”
Feb 27, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Sam Gaier recently stirred up controversy in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community with some rather controversial criticism of the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). Gaier outlined...
Pat Downey Slams IBJJF For ‘Pro-Brazilian Bias’: “You’ll Never Catch Me On IBJJF Ever Again”
Feb 11, 2025BJJEE1 Admin
Former Team USA wrestler Pat Downey has voiced his frustration over what he perceives as unfair treatment by the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) – following an incident at a...
Pedro Alex Suffers 1-Year Suspension From IBJJF – Due To Failed PED Test
Sep 30, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Image Credits: Pedro Alex, Instagram Pedro Alex has been suspended for one year from competing in IBJJF events after failing a PED test. Known for victories over top names like Roberto...
Mikey Musumeci Reveals Why He Won’t Be Competing In The IBJJF Gi World Championship Ever Again
Jul 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Mikey Musumeci has officially ended his participation in the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) World Championship – in the gi. During a recent Instagram Q&A session,...
Nicholas Meregali Criticizes IBJJF: “Sport Is Becoming Increasingly Commercial & Cheap”
Jun 04, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
The controversial disqualification of Tainan Dalpra at the 2024 IBJJF World Championships has ignited significant criticisms throughout the BJJ community. Dalpra, a two-time IBJJF world champion, was...
Xande Ribeiro Compares ADCC & IBJJF: “Those Who Compete In The Gi…”
May 24, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
What’s better – ADCC or IBJJF? Well, everyone has their own set of opinions, including one of the greatest of all time, Xande Ribeiro. The multiple-time IBJJF Worlds and ADCC gold medal...
Are IBJJF Tournaments Tougher Than Local BJJ Competitions Are?
Apr 05, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tournaments, whether local or international, each present their unique challenges and opportunities. As you prepare to transition from local tournaments to your first IBJJF...
[WATCH] Demetrious Johnson Beats 248 LBS Opponent In A Jiu-Jitsu Match
Mar 26, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Former UFC and current ONE champion Demetrious “The Mighty Mouse” Johnson displayed his Jiu-Jitsu skills yet again – this time at the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Pan American Championship!...
“Mighty Mouse” Wins Gold & Silver Medals At IBJJF Pan Championship 2024
Mar 25, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
MMA legend Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson continues to impress outside the octagon… This time at IBJJF Pan Championship 2024 – where he won a gold and silver medal! Johnson...
Andre Galvao’s Daughter – Sarah Galvao – Wins IBJJF Pan Championship 2024 Purple Belt Double Gold
Mar 22, 2024BJJEE1 Admin
Sarah Galvao, daughter of legendary Andre Galvao, has once again demonstrated her exceptional talent – by winning two gold medals in the purple belt division of the IBJJF Pan Championship 2024!...
