Tye Ruotolo discussed Mikey Musumeci’s transition to MMA and his views on PED use in jiu-jitsu. A disputed kneebar disqualification in Poland and a high-guard submission sequence also feature in today’s brief.
Tye Ruotolo Discusses Mikey Musumeci’s Transition to MMA
Tye Ruotolo said he is unsure how Mikey Musumeci will fare in MMA, noting that he has not seen Musumeci strike. Ruotolo said an athlete’s comfort with brawling can affect the transition from jiu-jitsu to MMA.
Tye Ruotolo Says He Believed 90–97% of Some Teammates Used PEDs
On The Ariel Helwani Show, ONE Championship lightweight titleholder Tye Ruotolo said he believed 90–97% of teammates at some gyms used PEDs. He also said ONE conducts random testing and mentioned possible future opponents.
BJJ Brown Belt Says Training Helped Her Restrain Alleged Attacker in Dublin
Jana says her 12 years of Brazilian jiu-jitsu training helped her stay focused and restrain a man who allegedly attacked her while she cycled home in Dublin. She hopes to offer women’s self-defense classes and private instruction through Amano Jujitsu.
Juliano Prado Teaches a High-Guard Submission Flow
Juliano Prado demonstrates building high guard from a clinch and flowing into an Americana, wristlock, armbar, or omoplata based on the opponent’s defense. The sequence begins with breaking posture and establishing close control.
Disputed Kneebar Call at Polish Championships Draws Debate
Patryk Prucnal was disqualified while leading 6-0 after officials ruled he attempted an illegal kneebar. Video showed his opponent helped off the mat before walking onto the mat for the next round, prompting debate about the call and the apparent injury.
Eduardo Benjamin Says Ego Can Challenge Police Officers in Jiu-Jitsu
Police chief and BJJ black belt Eduardo Benjamin says officers may find it humbling when less experienced practitioners control them on the mats. He encourages beginners to set aside ego, keep training and approach class ready to learn.
Chris Haueter Says Ego-Based Fear May Keep Some Grapplers From Competing
Chris Haueter says some practitioners avoid tournaments because they fear looking bad, often to themselves. He views competition as part of training, not its ultimate goal.
Mica Galvão Beats Andy Murasaki to Win 2026 IBJJF Crown
Mica Galvão defeated Andy Murasaki 4-2 in the middleweight final at the 2026 IBJJF Crown in Long Beach. Brazilian athletes swept all six titles; Sarah Galvão, Fellipe Andrew, João Mendes, Erich Munis and Gabi Pessanha also won.
Tye Ruotolo Submits Christian Lee in Round One to Win ONE Lightweight MMA Title
Tye Ruotolo defeated Christian Lee with a first-round rear-naked choke at The Inner Circle 37, capturing the ONE Lightweight MMA World Title. The victory made him the first athlete to hold ONE titles in both submission grappling and MMA simultaneously.
Mica Galvão Wins IBJJF Crown as Munis and Pessanha Claim Fourth Straight Titles
Mica Galvão beat Andy Murasaki on points in the IBJJF Crown middleweight final, while Erich Munis and Gabi Pessanha each earned a fourth consecutive Crown with a submission win. The roundup also covers results from the Brasília and Kansas City Opens and the ADCC Brazilian Nationals.
Farshad Gerdakaneh Appeals Visa Denial Ahead of Las Vegas World Championship
Kurdish BJJ competitor Farshad Gerdakaneh says his U.S. visa application was denied after an appointment at the embassy in Brussels. He posted a public appeal to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, hoping to compete at the December World Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship in Las Vegas.
John Danaher on Experiential Learning and Skill Development in Jiu-Jitsu
Speaking on the GSP Podcast, John Danaher said live training and usable feedback are central to learning jiu-jitsu. He also discussed calibrating training challenges and using constraints to support skill development.
Gabi Pessanha Wins Fourth Straight IBJJF Crown Title; Sarah Galvão Repeats
Gabi Pessanha won her fourth straight IBJJF Crown title with three submissions, while Sarah Galvão repeated at lightweight. The six finals produced six champions in Long Beach.
Lucas Kanard Says Jiu-Jitsu Students Often Choose Gym Community Over Technique
Lucas Kanard says students often favor comfortable, community-focused gyms over stronger technical instruction. He argues academies should balance community with safety, hygiene, and technical excellence.
Zabit Magomedsharipov Wants a Grappling Match With Raul Rosas Jr.
Zabit Magomedsharipov says he wants to test his grappling against Raul Rosas Jr., who submitted his brother Khasan in July. Magomedsharipov is scheduled to face Giga Chikadze at a wrestling event in Abu Dhabi on November 14.
Renzo Gracie Takes Equity Stake in UJITSU and Becomes Global Ambassador
Renzo Gracie has become a shareholder in UJITSU and will serve as its Global Ambassador and Strategic Partner. The partnership was announced at a seminar and open mat in Abu Dhabi on November 8, 2026.