Spring Camp 2026: Half Guard Shoulder Crunch Control to Submit or Set Up Sweeps
https://bjjglobetrotters.com/spring-camp-2026-half-guard-shoulder-crunch-control-to-submit-or-set-up-sweeps-with-william-dorman/
Full Updated Competitor List of Every Athlete Invited to ADCC 2026
ADCC 2026 is scheduled for September 12–13 in Krakow, Poland. The article presents the full list of invited competitors, noting who earned invites via Trials or past results and linking to past ADCC results for context.
https://jitsmagazine.com/full-updated-competitor-list-of-every-athlete-invited-to-adcc-2026/
Team Polaris Defeats BJJ Stars, Helena Retains Lightweight Title
Team Polaris defeats BJJ Stars in a Polaris Squads matchup. Helena retains the lightweight title.
https://flograppling.com/articles/15970906-team-polaris-defeats-bjj-stars-helena-retains-lightweight-title
The Logic of Jiu-Jitsu: Conceptual Teaching According to Professor Fabrício Lopes
GMI Professor Fabrício Lopes explains a concept-based approach to Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on understanding positions, timing, and adaptability rather than memorizing techniques. The interview discusses class structure, teaching evolution, and how predictive adaptation coaching helps students think under pressure.
https://graciemag.com/the-logic-of-jiu-jitsu-conceptual-teaching-according-to-professor-fabricio-lopes/
Brown Belt Recap | 2026 World Championships
The 2026 World Championships highlighted brown belt talent across weight classes, with several athletes earning world titles and promotions to black belt. Winners included Rashed Alshehhi (roosterweight), Seilkhan Bolatbek (lightweight), Rafael Gamba (middleweight), Marcio Italo (medium-heavyweight), Jeferson Tijolo (heavyweight), and Nata Tenca (ultra-heavyweight).
https://ibjjf.com/news/brown-belt-recap-2026-world-championships
IBJJF Minimum Graduation Period Update
The IBJJF has updated the minimum graduation periods for adult blue, purple, and brown belts. If an adult World Champion holds one of these belts, they will no longer have a minimum period at that belt; white and black belt timelines remain unchanged.
https://ibjjf.com/news/ibjjf-minimum-graduation-period-update
2026 World Championship Black Belt Recap
The 2026 World Championship Black Belt Recap covers winners and standout moments from the 30th World Championships in Long Beach. Jalen Fonacier retained roosterweight, Diego Pato claimed his fifth lightweight title, and celebrated performances across divisions.
https://ibjjf.com/news/2026-world-championship-black-belt-recap
JitsCast 74: Yuri Simoes
JitsCast #74 features Yuri Simoes, outlining his ADCC and IBJJF World titles and highlights from his career. The interview also covers his return to MMA and upcoming ADCC superfight plans for 2026, including the bout with Kaynan Duarte.
https://jitsmagazine.com/jitscast-74-yuri-simoes/
Exciting Welterweight Tournament Lineup Announced For Submission Hunter Pro 104 - Jitsmagz
Submission Hunter Pro 104 will feature a welterweight grand prix on August 15, 2026 with a $5,000 prize. The article lists first-round matchups and top contenders such as Justin Renick, Matheus Dias, Logan Smith, Nick Mataya, Kolby Gonzales, Raajus Dewan, Pedro Menezes and Henrique Camargo.
https://jitsmagazine.com/exciting-welterweight-tournament-lineup-announced-for-submission-hunter-pro-104/
Amsterdam Grappling Invitational 1 Full Results and Highlights
The Amsterdam Grappling Invitational 1 took place on May 31, 2026, crowning Batuhan Asig as welterweight champion after a final submission. The article lists full results from the card, including early submissions and EBI overtime outcomes.
https://jitsmagazine.com/amsterdam-grappling-invitational-1-full-results-and-highlights/
Featured Traveller: Juditte Juul Diab - BJJ Globetrotters
Juditte Juul Diab is featured as a traveller for BJJ Globetrotters. She is 30, blue belt, nutritionist, with four years in BJJ, and she previously did Judo as a child; she lives in Oslo, Norway.
https://bjjglobetrotters.com/featured-traveller-juditte-juul-diab-bjj-globetrotters/
Roger Gracie Explains Why Leglocks Don't Translate to Real Fighting
Roger Gracie argues that leglocks don’t translate well to real fighting in MMA because opponents punch while leg attacks are attempted. He notes his rivals favor choking finishes over joint locks and that heel hooks are now essential, though they take effort to finish.
https://jitsmagazine.com/roger-gracie-explains-why-leglocks-dont-translate-to-real-fighting/
Daniel Cormier softening on Jon Jones after filming reality show together: He's not as bad
Daniel Cormier says he doesn’t hate Jon Jones as much after the two spent a month filming a reality show in Thailand. The piece notes a potential seven-figure wrestling match being talked about, but Cormier says he wouldn’t agree to a match that isn’t grappling-related, and he implies Jones might be hard to beat on the ground.
https://mmamania.com/ufc-news/448982/daniel-cormier-softening-up-on-jon-jones-after-filming-reality-show-together-hes-not-as-bad-as-i-thought
Polaris 37: Polaris vs BJJ Stars Full Results and Highlights
Polaris 37 featured a Squads matchup where Polaris defeated BJJ Stars 20-10, with multiple submissions and key performances from Taylor Pearman and Pawel Jaworski. Helena Crevar defended her lightweight title by submitting Amanda Pamela Nicole.
https://jitsmagazine.com/polaris-37-polaris-vs-bjj-stars-full-results-and-highlights/
Gilbert Burns returns in style at UFC BJJ 9, calls out long list of names
Gilbert Burns returns in style at UFC BJJ 9 and calls out a long list of names. The article notes Burns still has plenty to offer at his age.
https://sherdog.com/news/news/Gilbert-Burns-returns-in-style-at-UFC-BJJ-9-calls-out-long-list-of-names-201438
Fight 2 Win 317: Seattle Full Results And Highlights - Jitsmagazine.com
Fight 2 Win 317 took place in Seattle on June 6, 2026, with several finishes throughout the night. ADCC veteran Maria Ruffatto submitted her gi match in 27 seconds, and Josh Bacallao delivered a flawless performance before securing a heel hook in the main event; the event is available to watch on FloGrappling.
https://jitsmagazine.com/fight-2-win-317-seattle-full-results-and-highlights/
Rebeca Lima To Defend Featherweight Title Against Brianna Ste-Marie At UFC BJJ 10 - Jitsm
Rebeca Lima is booked to defend her UFC BJJ featherweight title against Brianna Ste-Marie at UFC BJJ 10 on August 20, 2026. Ste-Marie is a top contender with IBJJF and ADCC credentials and will challenge for the belt, potentially serving as a main or co-main event.
https://jitsmagazine.com/rebeca-lima-to-defend-featherweight-title-against-brianna-ste-marie-at-ufc-bjj-10/
Submission Hunter Pro 103 Full Results and Highlights
The Submission Hunter Pro 103 event took place on June 5, 2026, featuring a $5,000 featherweight grand prix with exciting results. Ben Eddy defeated Jordan Holy in the final by judges’ decision after a three-round format, with several notable submissions and wins on the undercard.
https://jitsmagazine.com/submission-hunter-pro-103-full-results-and-highlights/
My Little Brother: Fabricio Andrey Details Unbreakable Friendship With Diogo Reis
Fabricio Andrey reflects on his lifelong friendship with Diogo Reis and how they trained together since childhood. He previews his ONE Fight Night 44 clash with Owen Jones on June 26 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
https://onefc.com/features/my-little-brother-fabricio-andrey-details-unbreakable-friendship-with-diogo-reis/
Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier Wrestling Match Almost Confirmed
A wrestling match between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is reportedly close, with a Russian promoter negotiating the bout. The piece notes their long-running rivalry and mentions talks of a Professional Wrestling League matchup.
https://mmamania.com/latest-news/448301/jon-jones-vs-daniel-cormier-wrestling-match-almost-confirmed-as-russian-promoter-negotiates-ultimate-grudge-match-ufc