Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend Hannette Staack won her first-ever mixed martial arts fight. Staack is a seven-time world champion in jiu-jitsu and is tied with Kyra Gracie as the second-most accomplished woman with three ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) gold medals, one behind the four-time winner Gabi Garcia. She also got inducted into the IBJJF Hall
Tom Hardy has again showed off his skills on the jiu-jitsu mat during a recent tournament. It’s no secret that Tom Hardy is one of the most established actors in Hollywood today. Recent films include Venom and Venom: Let There Be Carnage, in which he plays Eddie Brock. In addition to that, he was famous for
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu star Gordon Ryan made history at the 2022 ADCC World Championships The American remarkably choked out grappling legend Andre Galvao in a super fight Just one whole weekend is what American grappling superstar Gordon Ryan needed to cement his name as one of the most decorated athletes in the country. Ryan made history
Jon Call, better known by fans as Jujimufu, is an internet star known for his love of fitness and bodybuilding, recently “competed” in the ADCC Submission Fighting World Champion with former ADCC and IBJJF world champion Gordan Ryan in his corner. Jujimufu faced long-time friend and famous arm wrestler Devon Larratt in the ADCC 2022
Mark Zuckerberg, the co-founder of the social media website Facebook recently made an appearance on Joe Rogan‘s popular podcast, ‘The Joe Rogan Experience.’ Zuckerberg is the chairman, chief executive officer, and controlling shareholder of Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook. He also happens to be a Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner. While speaking with the long-time
On Saturday, Muay Thai icon Buakaw Banchamek handily defeated RIZIN fighter, Kota Miura, at Rajadamnern Stadium. It was the first time the Buakaw had competed at the legendary venue in 18 years. With more than 250 career victories, Buakaw Banchamek is one of Muay Thai‘s most well-known and celebrated practitioners. The former K-I World Max
Hollywood star Tom Hardy wins a BJJ match via armbar in a recent event The 44-year-old is said to have submitted two opponents on the same event Hardy has been practicing Jiujitsu for quite some time now, and has earned a reputation for playing a number of roles in movies and TV shows including The
Mikey Musumeci has revealed the origins of his crazy diet. Five-time IBJJF black belt world champion Musumeci gained popularity outside the mat with his strict diet of eating only pizza and pasta. Musumeci is the first American to win more than one IBJJF World title at black belt winning four gi competitions and one no-gi
Gordon Ryan beat Pedro Marinho via rear-naked choke in their heavyweight match at WNO Finale “King” is positive about a strong comeback this year Gordon Ryan successfully defeated Pedro Marinho at the “Tezos WNO: Who’s Next Finale” last Thursday. It took the three-time ADCC world champion almost 26 minutes to submit his opponent and admitted
Mackenzie Dern is down to fight for the UFC interim strawweight title if it happens. Current UFC strawweight queen Carla Esparza was expected to match up against Zhang Weili for UFC 281 in Abu Dhabi. However, a wrench was thrown in the promotion’s plans when Esparza recently revealed that she’s injured and will be unable
Rousimar Palhares has not been enjoying the best of forms lately. Following the UFC’s decision to let him go, Rousimar Palhares went on to compete in multiple numerous organizations. He had a brief run of success in the World Series of Fighting before he took his chops to independent promotions. As of late, he’s been
UFC welterweight Nate Diaz crossed paths with TikTok sensation Bryce Hall at a gym in California. Social media star Bryce Hall has been training as he looks to make his return to the boxing ring. In his most recent outing against Austin McBroom, Hall was knocked out in the third round by Austin McBroom last
Demian Maia is hoping to have one more outing in the cage but only under the UFC Maia believes that Charles Oliveira would be the toughest challenge for Khabib Nurmagomedov UFC veteran Demian Maia has been enjoying life outside of competition, at least in mixed martial arts. Recently, Maia made a return back to his
Longtime veteran Demian Maia has been competing in the UFC for more than a decade with his first bout coming in 2007. Maia has become well-known for his submission talents as the BJJ expert took on other athletes in the promotion. Another fighter from the same country as Maia, who also participates in the UFC
Ever wanted a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu version of The Ultimate Fighter? Well, you are in luck because it is coming next month. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Craig Jones (@craigjonesbjj) The Ultimate Fighter launched the careers of many UFC legends and champions such as Forrest Griffin, Diego Sanchez, and current welterweight champion
It is universally agreed upon that Demian Maia is one of the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioners of all time. With his time in the UFC over, the BJJ ace has turned his sights back to what he knows best, grappling competitions. Maia is going to compete at BJJ Stars 8 at the end of the