Tag Archive: khabib nurmagomedov, mixed martial arts, mma, Opinion, ufc
Khabib Says He Doesn’t Want His Son To Fight MMA: “He’s Going To Train, But…”
Mar 06, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Khabib Says He Doesn’t Want His Son To Fight MMA: “He’s Going To Train, But…”
Khabib Nurmagomedov, the celebrated former UFC lightweight champion and Hall of Fame member, recently shared insights into his son’s interest in MMA – and his own reservations about a...Should You Ever Not Tap Out In BJJ? John Danaher Shares His Opinion
Mar 05, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Should You Ever Not Tap Out In BJJ? John Danaher Shares His Opinion
Tapping is the most important move in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It makes it possible for you to keep training and competing for years to come, and it also opens up more learning and rolling opportunities....Craig Jones Says It’s More Embarrassing To Pass Out Than To Tap Out
Mar 03, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Craig Jones Says It’s More Embarrassing To Pass Out Than To Tap Out
Craig Jones recently offered valuable advice to MMA fighters about the importance of knowing when to tap out during a fight. Namely, in a video where he breaks down UFC submission moves, Jones...Henry Cejudo: “Khabib Wouldn’t Get Up [Against An NCAA Wrestler]”
Feb 27, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Henry Cejudo: “Khabib Wouldn’t Get Up [Against An NCAA Wrestler]”
It goes without saying that Khabib Nurmagomedov‘s wrestling is elite… However, Henry Cejudo is convinced that the Dagestani national wouldn’t be able to defeat an American...Giancarlo Bodoni Says White Belts Should Learn Heel Hooks: “Not More Dangerous Than A Kimura”
Feb 22, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Giancarlo Bodoni Says White Belts Should Learn Heel Hooks: “Not More Dangerous Than A Kimura”
While some traditionalists caution against early adoption of Heel Hooks in BJJ practitioner’s practice, ADCC medalist Giancarlo Bodoni says that even white belts should be taught them....[Funny] Keenan Cornelius: “No-Gi Is For People With Less Brainpower”
Feb 21, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on [Funny] Keenan Cornelius: “No-Gi Is For People With Less Brainpower”
What are your thoughts on rolling and competing in no-gi Jiu-Jitsu? Is it harder or easier than competing in the gi? In a recent social media video, Keenan Cornelius shared his opinion on the...How To Train BJJ If You Can’t Afford To Pay For an Academy
Feb 19, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on How To Train BJJ If You Can’t Afford To Pay For an Academy
So, you want to train Jiu Jitsu… And, whether you want to continue training or just get started on your BJJ journey, the problem is the same – you don’t have the money for it! Look, we...Josh Hinger: “Belt Ranks, Degrees, And Competition Wins Don’t Accurately Measure BJJ Success”
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Josh Hinger: “Belt Ranks, Degrees, And Competition Wins Don’t Accurately Measure BJJ Success”
Josh Hinger is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes today… And he has recently received yet another acknowledgement for his successes – a promotion to the rank of a 3rd degree...Ben Askren Reveals Why Retirement Is Difficult For MMA Athletes
Feb 02, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Ben Askren Reveals Why Retirement Is Difficult For MMA Athletes
Retirement often doesn’t come easy to professional mixed martial arts (MMA) athletes… But why is it so? And why do some athletes move on to “the next thing” seemingly easy,...UFC 297 Winner Says He Has “Khabib’s Wrestling & Demian Maia’s Jiu-Jitsu”
Jan 23, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on UFC 297 Winner Says He Has “Khabib’s Wrestling & Demian Maia’s Jiu-Jitsu”
UFC 297 witnessed a spectacular start with Jimmy Flick‘s impressive victory in the preliminary card, where he secured a submission win against Malcolm Gordon. Flick, a standout from Forza...BJJ Legend Ricardo Almeida Says BJJ Instructionals Aren’t Enough: “You Still Need A Professor”
Jan 22, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on BJJ Legend Ricardo Almeida Says BJJ Instructionals Aren’t Enough: “You Still Need A Professor”
It seems like there’s no limit to what you can learn today – all because of the power of the Internet. And that’s no different when it comes to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. YouTube...Gordon Ryan Answers If Sambo Is Better Than Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 20, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Answers If Sambo Is Better Than Jiu-Jitsu
Is sambo better than Jiu-Jitsu? Well, if you ask Gordon Ryan, it kind of is… At least in MMA. Here’s what Ryan had to say about the “age old question” in a recent conversation...Craig Jones: “The Gi Is Dead… No One Gives A F*ck About It”
Jan 19, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Craig Jones: “The Gi Is Dead… No One Gives A F*ck About It”
The rise of no-gi Jiu-Jitsu is obvious… But what does it mean for the gi? Well, Craig Jones thinks that the gi is done for. Namely, when the Club Good Podcast host asked him whether or not...How To Make Gi Jiu-Jitsu As Popular As No-Gi? Felipe Pena Shares His Thoughts
Jan 16, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on How To Make Gi Jiu-Jitsu As Popular As No-Gi? Felipe Pena Shares His Thoughts
Some people prefer the gi, while others prefer training in no-gi. That’s a given and there’s nothing right nor wrong with any of the two choices. However, it’s evident that no-gi is...Gordon Ryan Says That ADCC Should Increase Winner Payouts To $250k+ Per Division
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Says That ADCC Should Increase Winner Payouts To $250k+ Per Division
Gordon Ryan recently emphasized the need for the Abu Dhabi Combat Club (ADCC) to significantly raise its prize money – in order to spur the development of the sport. During his appearance on...Chael Sonnen: “Every Grappling Event Should Have The Same Rules”
Jan 13, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Chael Sonnen: “Every Grappling Event Should Have The Same Rules”
Submission grappling is becoming increasingly popular… But what stands in its way to even bigger growth and popularity? Well, Chael Sonnen believes that one of the obstacles is that the rules...Gordon Ryan Defends Use Of Steroids In Professional Grappling: “You’re Helping Yourself Win”
Jan 09, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Gordon Ryan Defends Use Of Steroids In Professional Grappling: “You’re Helping Yourself Win”
Last year’s match between Felipe Pena and Nicky Rodriguez stirred a lot of controversy – on whether or not Rodriguez has been greasing. Gordon Ryan, who spoke about the issue before, now...Garry Tonon: “I’m Not A Proponent Of ‘Sport Jiu-Jitsu'”
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Garry Tonon: “I’m Not A Proponent Of ‘Sport Jiu-Jitsu'”
Garry Tonon recently pointed out a common issue faced by “sport Jiu-Jitsu” practitioners… That, in sport settings, BJJ athletes often find themselves unprepared when caught in...Don Frye: “I Didn’t Need Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Because It’s Just Watered-Down Judo”
Jan 07, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Don Frye: “I Didn’t Need Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Because It’s Just Watered-Down Judo”
Don Frye is a mixed martial arts legend. Known popularly as “The Predator”, he was one of MMA’s earliest well-rounded fighters. That well-roundedness helped him win the UFC 8 and...Mikey Musumeci Rants On People Criticizing Butt Scooting: “You’re Just Wasting Time”
Jan 05, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Mikey Musumeci Rants On People Criticizing Butt Scooting: “You’re Just Wasting Time”
What are your thoughts on pulling guard and butt scooting in Jiu-Jitsu? Well, it appears that Mikey Musumeci has had enough of people criticizing both aspects. In a recent Instagram video, Musumeci...Sean O’Malley Shares Thoughts On Sterling’s Butt Scooting Critique: “Just Wrestle…”
Jan 04, 2024BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Sean O’Malley Shares Thoughts On Sterling’s Butt Scooting Critique: “Just Wrestle…”
Aljamain Sterling and Kevin Dantzler faced off on December 30, at the Fury Pro Grappling 8 event… And, post-match, Sterling expressed his discontent with grapplers who favor lying on their...Chael Sonnen Doesn’t Think Sambo Is Real: “I Think Jiu-Jitsu Wins”
Dec 27, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Chael Sonnen Doesn’t Think Sambo Is Real: “I Think Jiu-Jitsu Wins”
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...Joe Rogan Thinks That Elite Fighters Outside UFC Are Wasting Their Careers
Dec 22, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Joe Rogan Thinks That Elite Fighters Outside UFC Are Wasting Their Careers
Joe Rogan, the renowned UFC commentator and podcast host, has recently expressed a strong opinion about the career paths of elite fighters… Namely, during an episode of “The Joe Rogan...Michael “Venom” Page Advocates For Less Trash Talk In UFC: “Don’t Promote Things The Wrong Way”
Dec 19, 2023BJJEE1 AdminComments Off on Michael “Venom” Page Advocates For Less Trash Talk In UFC: “Don’t Promote Things The Wrong Way”
Former Bellator MMA star Michael “Venom” Page is gearing up for his UFC debut against Kevin Holland at UFC 299… And he has taken a strong stance against excessive trash talk. Page,...