In anticipation of the 2024 season, the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) has unveiled a series of refined rules across various aspects of the sport. While not radically transformative, these […]
Month: January 2024
Marcelo Garcia announces first seminar after cancer diagnosis
In late December, BJJ legend Marcelo Garcia returned to training for the first time after his cancer diagnosis. Since then, it looks as though the former ADCC Champion has gone […]
Janaina Lebre Swithces From Gracie Humaita To Art Of Jiu-Jitsu
It has recently been announced that Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner Janaina Lebre has made the decision to leave her previous team, Gracie Humaita, and join the renowned Art of Jiu-Jitsu (AOJ) […]
Demetrius Johnson to possibly face Mkey Musumeci in hybrid grappling match
Chatri Sityodtong, founder of ONE Championship, has expressed continuous interest in staging another mixed-rules match for flyweight champion Demetrious Johnson. However, the possibility of Johnson’s return to the ring remains […]
Ruotolo Brothers show their new Costa Rica gym
Two of the most celebrated talents in grappling, the Ruotolo brothers, have recently unveiled their impressive new training facility in Costa Rica. Following over a year of construction, the 21-year-old […]
Pit Submission Series announces lineup
On January 26th, 2024, history will be made with the premiere event of the Pit Submission Series. This innovative grappling tournament, held in conjunction with a Karate Combat event, introduces […]
BJJ Black belt Mahamed Aly wins MMA debut with head kick
Renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Mahamed Aly recently made a successful transition to professional MMA, making his debut at PCS 4: Bud Light Fight Night on January 20th, 2024 in […]
5 Vs. 5 Quintet tournament taking place this weekend
In a groundbreaking collaboration, four of the sport’s premier grappling promotions—Sapateiro, Finishers Sub-Only, Midwest Finishers, and Enigma—will converge this weekend for a unique Quintette-style competition. The “Battle of the Promotions […]
UFC Undercard fighter claims to have Demian Maia’s level of BJJ
Just this past weekend, Jimmy Flick made headlines with his incredible come-from-behind victory over Malcolm Gordon at UFC 297. After surviving a tough first round, Flick managed to secure a […]
Purple belt Streamer James Murphy heelhooks attacker during live stream
Last week, a BJJ purple belt from Oceanside, California got into a physical altercation during a live stream. This took place during a recent live interview, streamer James Murphy unexpectedly […]