Tye Ruotolo Set to Face 6-0 MMA Star in His Second MMA Match
Tye Ruotolo will return to mixed martial arts competition at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri on November 15 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. He will compete against Shozo “Great…
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Female black belt stunned by how small the ADCC prize money is for women, hopes more people will support women’s BJJ
Paige Ivette has been vocal about the disparity in opportunities available to female competitors compared to their male counterparts. In a candid discussion on the Jits and Giggles podcast, she…
BJJ Black Belt Slams BJJ Academies Charging for Belt Promotions
The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community is witnessing a heated debate over gyms that charge students for belt promotions, with prominent black belt Tom DeBlass leading the charge against what he considers…
Forget About the Ice Bath, A Hot Shower After Training Might Be Much More Helpful, According to Science
Many jiu-jitsu practitioners just reach straight for ice following a gruelling training session. But what if that instinct is doing the opposite of what you really want? Recent research suggests…
After going viral for claims BJJ is violent, Musumeci makes the argument that BJJ is gay
The jiu-jitsu world has become accustomed to Mikey Musumeci‘s unconventional approach to promoting the sport, but his latest commentary has raised eyebrows even among his most devoted followers. Fresh off…
BJJ Instructor Allegedly Offered Experienced Wrestler a Blue Belt After Just One Month for $800
*pictured Gracie Academies mail order blue belt that has since been discontinued A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner with an extensive wrestling background found himself in an uncomfortable situation when his gym…
UFC ref Keith Peterson: Wrestling’s the best sport that you could do at youth level
Keith Peterson doesn’t mince words. The veteran UFC referee, known for his “No Nonsense” moniker, has seen thousands of matches across amateur and professional mixed martial arts. But when it…
Sarah Galvao: When you win so much, people want to see you lose
Sarah Galvao secured another impressive submission victory at Who’s Number One, marking her second consecutive submission finish at the prestigious event. Speaking immediately after her win, the rising jiu-jitsu star…
Former UFC champion: Cyril Gane’s BJJ is beginner blue belt level
A scathing assessment of Ciryl Gane‘s ground game has emerged ahead of what was supposed to be his defining moment at UFC 321. Former UFC heavyweight champion Fabricio Werdum has…
Henry Cejudo Declares Mackenzie Dern the Greatest Female Combat Athlete After UFC 321 Win
Former two-division Henry Cejudo has sparked fierce debate across social media with a bold proclamation following UFC 321’s co-main event. After Mackenzie Dern captured the UFC women’s strawweight championship with…