ADCC changed takedown rule thanks to Nick Rodriguez’ exploit
Nick Rodriguez is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) competitor and grappler from the United States. He gained notoriety in the BJJ community after medaling at ADCC as a blue belt and…
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How Andy Anderson overcame cerebral palsy and went on to train and even teach BJJ
Andy Anderson has a unique challenge in his BJJ journey – he’s dealt with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that affects movement and posture. It is caused…
Narcos star Wagner Moura is a BJJ Purple belt
Brazilian actor and Narcos star Wagner Moura has made waves in the entertainment industry with his exceptional acting skills. However, he is not just a talented actor, but also an…
Jose Aldo’s BJJ used to be so good he beat 3xADCC champion
José Aldo is the former WEC and UFC featherweight champion. He will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame’s ‘Modern Wing’ as a member of the Class of 2023…
UFC’s Loma Lookboonmee earns BJJ purple belt
Loma Lookboonmee is a Muay Thai specialist out of Thailand. She has recently gained recognition for improving ground game. At the age of 27, she was awarded her purple belt…
How Does The IBJJF Belt Ranking System For BJJ Work?
The International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) belt ranking system is considered as the standard for most BJJ academies worldwide. It is a method of measuring an individual’s progress in the…
Why Lex Fridman believes BJJ Brown Belt is the hardest rank to get promoted to
Lex Fridman is an AI researcher and host of the Lex Fridman Podcast, is known for his proficiency in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). He is a black belt in BJJ and…
WATCH: MMA fan that doesn’t train thinks he can beat a female martial artist
BJJ’s main selling point is that it enables a weaker individual to defend themselves against a bigger, stronger opponent. This is why the Gracie family chose the seemingly unathletic Royce…
Joe Rogan and Russell Brand discuss life-changing benefits of practicing Jiu Jitsu
Russell Brand is an English comedian, actor, writer, and activist. He first gained fame in the UK in the early 2000s for his stand-up comedy, and later became known internationally…
Cyril Gane targeting perfect outcome: Submitting Jon Jones in Round 1
UFC 285 will mark the first time a UFC heavyweight champ won’t be able to claim he’s undisputed. This is a result of UFC’s failed negotiations with Francis Ngannou, who…