Jiu-Jitsu Grand Slam to gather more than 2,000 athletes at Olympic Arena
The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam in Rio de Janeiro is among the best-paying, most prestigious stops of the United Arab Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation's Jiu-Jitsu World…
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Dedé Pederneiras teaches a lapel choke for when your opponent is on all fours
A black-belt under Carlson Gracie, André Pederneiras is one of the most competent and respected coaches worldwide. The Nova União leader has brought up over…
Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa talks second No-Gi Worlds title
For a second straight year, Atos star Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa claimed the title of no-gi BJJ world champion. This came to pass Nov. 6 in…
Michelle Nicolini on ONE FC debut: “If there is a submission opportunity, I will go for it”
*Eight-time world BJJ champion Michelle Nicolini retired from the mats this year to focus on MMA. Next Friday the 11th, she will debut at ONE…
Jon Jones to fight Dan Henderson in no-gi BJJ match
In a do-over of UFC 151, a card that was cancelled back in 2012, Jon Jones and Dan Henderson will have a new shot at…
Márcio André on No-Gi Worlds gold: “My intention was just to win, not put on a show”
Twenty-one-year-old Márcio André (Nova União) extended his good phase this weekend as he beat the lightweight field at the No-Gi Worlds in California. In order…
Garry Tonon defeats Vinny Magalhães for third EBI title
Garry Lee Tonon is on a roll. Just a week after finishing Gilbert Durinho at Polaris Pro 4, the usually lightweight Tonon was called to…
Rio BJJ Pro: Tayane Porfírio beats Beatriz Mesquita; see list of prize winners
The Rio BJJ Pro, an event that pays out prize money from blue to black belt, was held last weekend at Tijuca Tennis Club in…
Yuri Simões defeats Murilo Santana to win his second No-Gi Worlds; Nathiely beats Andresa for double gold
Yuri Simões and Nathiely de Jesus had devastating performances to win double gold at the No-Gi Worlds which just concluded this Sunday in Daly City,…
No-Gi Worlds absolute finals defined: Yuri Simões vs. Murilo Santana, Andresa Correa vs. Nathiely Jesus
The first day of the No-Gi Worlds, which is taking place in Daly City, Calif., saw great moments in contests in the weight classes and…
Murilo Bustamante gathers Carlson Gracie’s old guard for graduation at charitable seminar
Carlson Gracie assembled a true army of black-belts back in the day. His students, who became champions in BJJ and MMA, continue to carry his…
Sitting medium heavyweight champion Lucas “Hulk” moves up at No-Gi Worlds
Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa has decided to tackle a new challenge at the IBJJF's No-Gi Worlds, which takes place this weekend in Daly City, Calif. The…