Mica Galvão took the IBJJF Crown middleweight title from Andy Murasaki, while Erich Munis and Gabi Pessanha each secured a fourth consecutive Crown. Separately, Alagoas police opened an investigation after footage showed a teenager losing consciousness during BJJ training in Maceió.
Police Investigate Teen’s Loss of Consciousness During BJJ Training in Maceió
Alagoas police opened an investigation after video showed a teenager losing consciousness during BJJ training in Maceió. The gym owner apologized and said an instructor had led the session without his direct supervision.
Robert Drysdale Says Social Media Overstates No-Gi’s Rise Over Gi
Robert Drysdale argues that a vocal online minority has created the impression that gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is losing relevance, while most practitioners still train in the gi. He says training in both formats remains important for developing a complete grappler.
Robert Drysdale Criticizes Commercial Pressures on BJJ Belt Promotions
Robert Drysdale argues that financial incentives can lead instructors to promote students too quickly, weakening belt standards. He says rank has become a status symbol and favors giving students more time to develop before promotion.
IBJJF The Crown 2026 Results: Six Champions Crowned in Long Beach
Mica Galvão, João Bisnaga Mendes, Sarah Galvão, Fellipe Andrew, Gabi Pessanha and Erich Munis won the six titles at the November 8 event. Munis and Pessanha each claimed their fourth Crown, while Galvão defeated two-time champion Andy Murasaki 4-2.
Mica Galvão Wins 2026 IBJJF Crown Middleweight Title
Mica Galvão defeated defending champion Andy Murasaki on points to win the middleweight title at the 2026 IBJJF Crown in Long Beach. Erich Munis and Gabi Pessanha each captured their fourth consecutive Crown titles.
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.
Robson Gracie Jr. Withdraws From ROMAN6 With Neck Injury
Robson Gracie Jr. is out of ROMAN6 with a neck injury. Thomas Mietz faces Ibuki Arimatsu, and ROMAN7 moves to April 24.
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.
John Danaher Recommends Focusing on the Rear Naked Choke to Improve Submission Rate
In a talk posted by Grappling Archive, John Danaher outlines a focused program for improving submission rate, recommending the rear naked choke. He also describes head, elbow, and knee cues for spotting opportunities to take the back.
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.