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UK rapper Tinie Tempah says Hollywood actor Tom Hardy got him into jiu-jitsu, sharing that Hardy encouraged him to train with a group that includes former Armed Forces practitioners.
Stephan Kesting breaks down two “rolling backtake” attacks that come from side control, showing how to unexpectedly reach back control without relying on the usual armlocks or chokes.
FloGrappling previews the 2026 CBJJ Brasileiro No-Gi Championship, highlighting the event’s Grand Slam importance and listing notable black-belt competitors entered across the men’s and women’s divisions.
Swedish Atos-linked black belt Marlon Tajik profile highlights his rise through IBJJF and ADCC-Europe/Trials success, including double gold as a 2025 brown belt at IBJJF Europe No-Gi and World No-Gi.
Craig Jones has announced that B-Team Jiu-Jitsu is returning with a brand-new academy as its headquarters.
Jitsmagazine reviews an inflatable drop-stitch grappling mat marketed as a firm, gym-like training surface that inflates in about 90 seconds and folds into a duffel bag.
FloGrappling’s Grappling Bulletin recaps recent developments in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, including the conclusion of the 2026 ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials and its champions heading to Worlds, results from the ADCC Dallas Open, and a roundup of other major happenings
The ADCC Asia & Oceania Trials 2026 delivered the final eight invites to ADCC 2026, with champions across multiple divisions determined on June 21.
Beatriz “Bia” Mesquita extended her undefeated MMA run with a first-round submission victory over Melissa Mullins at UFC Vegas 119 on June 20, tapping her seconds after threatening from a high guard and swinging for an armbar.
Ben Eddy suffered what’s being described as the biggest illegal slam of his career during the ADCC Dallas–Fort Worth Open 2026 Absolute division.
Beatriz Mesquita, a decorated Brazilian jiu-jitsu star, improved to 3-0 in the UFC by submitting Irina Alekseeva with an armbar at UFC Fight Night: Kape vs.
Zabit Magomedsharipov is scheduled to return after years away for a no-gi grappling bout at ACBJJ 21 in Moscow against UFC contender Raul Rosas Jr.
Mackenzie Dern is scheduled to defend her strawweight title for the first time at UFC 330 on August 15, 2026, facing Gillian Robertson.
In a GRACIEMAG interview, Professor Ivan Rocha talks about his journey in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and his leadership role at Gracie Barra Citrus Park in Tampa, Florida.
Zabit Magomedsharipov is reportedly set to return for a grappling match against Dan Hooker in Moscow on July 5.
Bia Mesquita discusses her quick return to the UFC after a debut submission win, celebrating her climb into the top-15 and looking ahead to her upcoming fight against Melissa Mullins at UFC Vegas 119.
Daily Brief
Grapplearts breaks down two rolling backtake routes from side control, showing how to reach back control without relying on the usual armlocks or chokes. The piece focuses on the mechanics and movement needed to make the backtake feel natural and efficient.
Upcoming events: Cincinnati Grappling & BJJ Championship and Tampa Grappling & BJJ Championship are scheduled for today.