Ever since the break up of the Danaher Death Squad, there have been two main camps of athletes from this divorce. Gordon Ryan, John Danaher, Garry Tonon and Oliver Taza […]
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UFC Fighter Joanna Jedrzejczyk gets promoted to BJJ Blue Belt
This week saw UFC Fighter Joanna Jedrzejczyk earn her blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu after training in the gi for a while. Upon receiving her new belt, the ex-Straweight […]
Russell Brand promoted to BJJ Purple Belt
Comedian and social commentator Russell Brand was recently promoted to purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Over the years, Russell Brand has spoken glowingly about his love for Brazilian Jiu […]
What Is Mexican Ground Karate?
Mexican ground Karate is a meme that has regained popularity due to Craig Jones and the B Team using this phrase on signs for their gym, as well as rashguards. […]
Gordon Ryan and Tim Spriggs beef over their skill levels
Last week at the WNO Championships, Tim Spriggs would the Heavyweight category by tapping Kaynan Duarte with a heel hook. This was a big surprise to all, as Duarte was […]
Is GSP good at BJJ?
Georges St-Pierre is widely regarded as one of the greatest MMA fighters ever and retired from the sport with a record of 26-2. During this time, he won the welterweight […]
What is best for training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – gi vs no gi?
These days in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, it almost seems like the gi and no gi are two different sports that are very different from each other. Although you still find […]
What is a Whizzer in BJJ?
The term ‘Whizzer’ actually originates from US, collegiate wrestling and is used to describe an overhook. Although this comes from wrestling, it’s actually incredibly important for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu too. […]
Everything you need to know about Octopus Guard
The Octopus Guard is a variation of half guard that is a very attacking position. It offers both submissions and sweeps that can help dominate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu matches. Sometimes, […]
Does Alex Jones like Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?
Celebrity conspiracy theorist Alex Jones was recently seen in Austin, Texas where he was posing for a photo with 10th Planet’s Grace Gundrum. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, […]