Nivaldo Oliveira remembers victories, projects future: “having my own gym”
Nivaldo Oliveira, also known as Nil, has lots of history in BJJ. A black-belt since 2007, when he was promoted by Leo Vieira, Nil has…
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Checkmat breakout star Thamires Monteiro talks Pan 2021 gold
Women's jiu-jitsu has been growing fast, and one effect of this is noticeable in IBJJF events. From the blue belt up to the brown -…
Marcelo Ribeiro, João Marcelo and the benefits of an exchange in Jiu-Jitsu
Seeking to expand the frontiers of Jiu-Jitsu and open doors to a new generation within the competitive scenario, black belt Marcelo Ribeiro, leader of RMA…
Video: Lyoto Machida says he’s done with fighting in 4 years
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4d2Z0Qw_vY In the same week that Dan Henderson said he has five fights left in him, Lyoto Machida also put a timeline on the rest…
Ronda Rousey’s fighting window closing sooner rather than later
As quickly as she came, Ronda Rousey might go just as swiftly. The UFC women's champion's plate is full of meetings, reality shows and roles…
The most impactful Jiu-Jitsu and MMA statements of the week
“Jiu-Jitsu, don't leave home without it…” Renzo Gracie, while commentating a would-be mugging on the streets of New York real time via Twitter “I…