Ffion Davies signs exclusive UFC deal
Reports indicate that Welsh Brazilian jiu-jitsu sensation Ffion Davies has inked an exclusive deal with the UFC, marking another significant move in the promotion’s expansion into the grappling world. …
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Head of UFC Fightpass Invitational teases hypothetical Rousey vs Nunes grappling match
Former UFC strawweight contender Claudia Gadelha has sparked intrigue among combat sports enthusiasts by proposing an intriguing grappling spectacle between two of the most dominant female athletes in UFC history.…
Former UFC star explains why UFC Fightpass Invitational contracts have Submission bonuses instead of win
In a notable shift from traditional UFC payment structures, the promotion’s Fight Pass Invitational (FPI) grappling events have implemented a unique compensation system focused on rewarding finishes rather than wins.…
UFC Fight pass invitational doesn’t want to feature MMA fighters that also do BJJ, Danis claims
In a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, former BJJ standout and MMA fighter Dillon Danis made waves by claiming that UFC Fight Pass Invitational has deliberately avoided booking…
Dana White on UFC’s BJJ Move: You’ll See More Big Stars In Jiu-Jitsu Before You See UFC Fighters Grappling
In a recent press conference that has the combat sports world buzzing, UFC President Dana White shed light on the organization’s ambitious plans for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu while tempering expectations about…
Gordon Ryan confirms he’s not interested in competing at CJI 2: Even if the prize was 10 Billion I’d rather be shot to the face
In a strongly-worded social media statement, grappling superstar Gordon Ryan has definitively ruled out his participation in the upcoming CJI 2 tournament scheduled for August in Las Vegas.Ryan, widely regarded…
Mighty Mouse debunks rumors he’s in CJI 2 as a competitor
Former UFC champion Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson has put an end to speculation about his participation in the upcoming Craig Jones Invitational 2 (CJI 2) as a competitor.While Johnson has…
Dana White on UFC’s Investment in Jiu-Jitsu: We’re Gonna Invest 10-12 Million Dollars Into Jiu-Jitsu This Year
UFC President Dana White has announced a major investment in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. “We’re going to invest like 10 to 12 million dollars into Jiu Jitsu over the next year,” White…
Craig Jones announces New Wave as the first official team of CJI 2
In an announcement from Las Vegas, grappling superstar Craig Jones revealed that New Wave Jiu-Jitsu will be the first official team to join the highly anticipated CJI 2 competition. The…
Roger Gracie is the Only One in BJJ History to Win Double Gold with a 100% Submission Rate at ADCC
In 2005, Roger Gracie achieved what no other competitor has done before or since at the ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) World Championships – winning double gold medals with a…