Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Craig Jones has made some controversial statements about the belt system in BJJ, calling it a “marketing gimmick” designed to keep practitioners hooked on the sport.…
When the trust of training partners is broken, especially in a martial art like Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, where mutual respect and safety are paramount, it’s time for the community to address…
A recent incident at a Grappling Industries Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) tournament has sparked outrage in the martial arts community after a video went viral showing an adult spectator making an…
Gordon Ryan has taken to social media with a striking new look that has caught the attention of fans and critics alike: a purple beard. While some may see this…
In a recent podcast episode, the Valente Brothers, provided a comparison between Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, and Helio Gracie, a key figure in the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.…
When 83-year-old Denis O’Connor, a great-grandfather from County Cork, Ireland, walked into his local bookmaker’s shop, no one expected him to become the unlikely hero of the day. What…
In a recent viral video, a woman found herself in a frightening situation when a man forcibly dragged her from a vehicle. But instead of panicking, she turned the tables,…
The world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is often praised for fostering discipline, sportsmanship, and respect, but a recent incident at a Grappling Industries tournament has shone a harsh light on how…
At UFC 307 in Salt Lake City, middleweight star Roman Dolidze found himself not only victorious but also unexpectedly promoted to a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. The Georgian athlete’s bout…
Cauliflower ear is a familiar and often unavoidable consequence of rigorous competition. This distinctive deformity, marked by swollen and misshapen outer ears, arises from trauma that disrupts the delicate cartilage…
