Sakuraba’s son wants to face Kron Gracie at Quintet
The legacy of Japanese combat sports legend Kazushi Sakuraba might soon extend to a new generation as his son Taisei Sakuraba expresses interest in facing Kron Gracie at Quintet. Taisei,…
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Robert Drysdale: Medical professionals are not against PED use
Brazilian jiu-jitsu champion and renowned coach Robert Drysdale has sparked controversy with his nuanced take on PEDs in combat sports, arguing that the current regulatory framework needs significant reform led…
Robert Drysdale: “Democratization” of BJJ has led to dilution of the hierarchy and respect
Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Robert Drysdale has been increasingly vocal about the changing landscape of martial arts, particularly regarding how modern trends are affecting traditional values and training methodologies. Through a…
Gordon Ryan calls out Gracie family for ‘5 Decades’ of PED use after Kron Gracie fires shots at him
The ongoing debate about PEDs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has intensified, with Gordon Ryan responding to Kron Gracie’s criticism by alleging historical PED use within the Gracie family themselves. The exchange…
WATCH: Female Podcaster tries to grapple a man twice her size and gets a reality check
A viral video has sparked widespread discussion about self-defense training after a female podcaster’s attempt to demonstrate her martial arts skills didn’t go as planned. During what appeared to be…
IBJJF Suspends Brown Belt for Two Years for Flipping Off Opponent on Podium
The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) has handed down a two-year suspension to brown belt Sebastian Attard following an incident during a medal ceremony. The gesture in question—a middle finger…
WATCH: Throwback to Jon Jones’ promotion to Blue Belt
In a throwback video, UFC champion Jon Jones can be seen receiving his blue belt alongside Holly Holm at Gracie Barra New Mexico. The footage captures a significant milestone in…
WATCH: UFC champion Alex Pereira Rolls with sons at their Christmas party
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira showed a heartwarming side of his holiday celebrations, spending quality time practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu moves with his sons during their Christmas Eve gathering. The…
Kron Gracie Blasts Gordon Ryan Over “Legal Ster*ids” Claim in BJJ: Lance Armstrong lost everything
The simmering debate over PEDs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu boiled over this week when Kron Gracie took aim at Gordon Ryan‘s controversial stance on PED use in the sport. Gracie, a…
WATCH: Royler Gracie confronts Kenpo Instructor Who Claimed he Developed a Lethal Style
When Royler Gracie faced off against a Kenpo instructor who claimed to have developed a “lethal” style. The encounter was a stark reminder of the importance of adaptability and realism…