WATCH: When Jon Jones competed at a BJJ tournament
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones showcased his grappling skills at the North American Grappling Association NAGA tournament during the Europa Games Expo in Phoenix a while ago. The…
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WATCH: 4x NBA champ Manu Ginóbili and Olympic Gold winning judoka Peque Pareto swap sports in fun ad
Argentine sports legends Manu Ginóbili and Paula “Peque” Pareto have teamed up for a captivating new advertising campaign that’s turning heads across the nation. The innovative initiative showcases these two…
Jonah Hill: “I learned early on if I roll in a class, Everyone wants the story of I choked out Jonah Hill.”
Hollywood actor Jonah Hill opened up about his journey into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and how it has impacted his life. The star of “Superbad” and “The Wolf of Wall Street” revealed…
Mighty Mouse: I Retired from MMA because I find more fulfillment in doing Jiu-Jitsu
Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson, one of the most celebrated figures in mixed martial arts, has announced his retirement from the sport that made him a household name. The former UFC…
UFC Hall of Famer Credits Gracie Family’s Brilliant Marketing of Jiu-Jitsu at UFC 1: You don’t got to be angry, violent, or a fighter to be able to defend yourself with this style
In a recent interview, Ken Shamrock praised his former rival Royce Gracie for revolutionizing the industry with the introduction of his family’s Jiu-Jitsu at the inaugural UFC event. Shamrock, now…
UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn Unknowingly Pokes Fun at 28-Year-Old BJJ Champ Mikey Musumeci
In a recent social media post, UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn inadvertently made light of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion Mikey Musumeci while commenting on a viral meme. The meme…
22-Year-Old ADCC Bronze Medalist Dan Manasoiu Reveals Scary Kidney Disease Diagnosis
Daniel Manasoiu, the 22-year-old Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu prodigy who recently claimed bronze at the 2024 ADCC World Championships, has revealed his battle with a severe kidney condition. The young athlete took…
WATCH: Fake BJJ Black belt gets styled on by Andre Galvao at the World Championships
Few moments have captured the attention of fans quite like the unexpected matchup between BJJ legend Andre Galvao and an alleged fake black belt at the 2008 World Championships. The…
Tai Chi Master: You don’t see it in MMA Because By the Time You Master It, You Might Need a Cane
Tai Chi Chuan, with its graceful movements and meditative focus, has long held a place of reverence in the world of martial arts. Its slow, deliberate forms are said to…
Demetrious Johnson confrims he’ll continue competing in Gi BJJ after officially retiring from MMA
Demetrious Johnson officially confirmed his retirement from mixed martial arts at ONE 168: Denver. The event, held at Ball Arena last Friday, saw ‘Mighty Mouse’ deliver an emotional speech that…