2025 stands as one of the most turbulent years in Brazilian jiu-jitsu history. Life-threatening health emergencies, competitors passing away on the competition floor, promotional disputes and team expulsions forced the…
Most athletes hang up their competition shoes well before their 40th birthday. Rafael Lovato Jr. is lacing up a singlet for the first time as a college wrestler. The Brazilian…
Olympic gold medalist and UFC prospect Gable Steveson recently appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience to discuss the state of modern MMA, with particular emphasis on how elite wrestlers are…
A Brazilian jiu jitsu competitor who medaled at the ADCC World Championships sparked intense debate online after sharing photos of a private training session with Kyle Rittenhouse. Dan Manasoiu posted…
A viral video showing a nineteen year old internet personality being repeatedly submitted during a Brazilian jiu jitsu training session sparked widespread discussion online. According to Tom DeBlass, however, the…
In a highly anticipated grappling showdown that captivated fans, UFC middleweight striker Shara “Bullet” Magomedov faced off against top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan at ACBJJ Armenia on December 30th. According…
Tom DeBlass sparked a debate after making a claim about combat ability and training. His message challenged a persistent belief that aggression, athleticism or past altercations can substitute for structured…
Shintaro Higashi, a judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt who runs Kokushibutō Institute in New York City, recently shared five critical lessons from his decades of dojo ownership experience in…
Polaris Professional Jiu Jitsu Invitational announced this week that for the first time in the promotion’s history it will run an open contenders tournament to determine who earns a chance…
When Valter Walker steps into competition on February 13 at Karate Combat 59 in Doral, Florida, he’ll face an unprecedented challenge that will force him to abandon the weapon that’s…
