The 100% Brazilian jiu-jitsu journal: news, official rules, profiles
Dylan GALEA
Some athletes win titles. Others mark a sport forever. Leandro Lo did both. Eight IBJJF World titles. Five different weight classes. A record no one has matched in the history of gi BJJ. But beyond the numbers, Leandro Lo represented something rarer: a competitor who made Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu beautiful to watch. Offensive, creative, relentless. His … Read more
BJJ nutrition is one of the most overlooked factors in progression. We spend hours on the mats, buy premium gis, and watch technique videos until 2 AM. Yet we eat a burger 45 minutes before sparring and skip the post-training meal because we’re “not hungry.” We’ve all been there. The result is predictable: lower performance, … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | March 13, 2026 Introduction: Big Names, a Historic Belt, and Still Not Enough Submissions We asked for Joao Miyao. He showed up. An inaugural women’s title? Done. UFC BJJ 6 checked every box on paper: the highly anticipated debuts of Nick Rodriguez and Miyao, Mason Fowler’s first title defense, a women’s bantamweight … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | January 22-23, 2026 | Pavilhão Multiusos de Odivelas, Lisbon, Portugal One Year of Redemption One year ago, Freddy Lele Talla walked out of this same arena with a loss and a head full of doubts. Real existential questions about his place in this sport, about whether he could actually reach his goals. … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | March 4, 2026 We asked for it. They delivered. Three weeks ago, we ended our UFC BJJ 5 recap with one line: “One name comes to mind: Joao Miyao. Bring him in. The fans — and Musumeci — need it.” We weren’t the only ones calling for it: Musumeci himself, then Jalen … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | March 2026 Meta description: BJJ vs Judo: what are the real differences? Rules, techniques, philosophy — the complete guide to understanding two martial arts born from the same roots. BJJ vs Judo: What’s the Difference? The Complete Guide You’ve watched a grappling match and wondered: “Why is one guy trying to throw … Read more
By BJJ-Rules | February 13, 2026 | Meta APEX, Las Vegas, Nevada Introduction — A Night of Champions… and Questions Both champions got the job done. Mikey Musumeci (bantamweight) and Ronaldo Junior (middleweight) left Las Vegas with their belts firmly around their waists. On paper, UFC BJJ 5 had everything going for it: a double … Read more
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Charpy Hall at Stade Charléty in Paris will host the very first edition of the Nova GP, a new competition format launched by the French Confederation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (CFJJB). Designed as a premium evening event, the competition features three Grand Prix tournaments, bringing together 24 of the most … Read more
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (or BJJ) is now one of the most popular martial arts in the world. But its rise didn’t happen overnight. From its Japanese roots to its dominance on the mats and in MMA cages, BJJ has gone through a rich evolution marked by decisive moments. To better understand this discipline, it’s essential to … Read more
The IBJJF European Championships are starting in Lisbon, and as every year, they mark a key moment in the Brazilian jiu-jitsu season. A special gathering. Long, demanding, sometimes cruel, but always revealing. This edition is no exception, with a strong French delegation on the Portuguese mats, ready to compete at the highest European level. A … Read more
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