Raphael Cadena and the power of the armored mind to achieve goals
Being resilient and staying on the move are paramount requirements for achieving great things on and off the mat. This is the mantra that guides…
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No. 1 featherweight Esdras Jr celebrates Pan title: “Surpassing my limits”
Esdras Jr is in the midst of a great phase on the competitive circuit of the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). The black-belt from Ares…
Video: Watch Paulo Miyao’s top game in the featherweight final of Rio Open 2014
For the most part, the Miyao brothers are known for their guard and high-percentage back takes. At the Rio Open this past weekend the duo…
Video: Watch the match between Rafa Mendes and Gianni Grippo at 2014 Europeans
Rafael Mendes of GMA Art of Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Gianni Grippo of GMA Marcelo Garcia Academy both traveled to Lisbon, Portugal on short notice to…
One FC Champ Shinya Aoki likely dropping to 145 pounds, but final decision pending
One FC lightweight champion Shinya Aoki will likely drop a weight division to 145 pounds in the near future, Evolve MMA coach Chatri Sityodtong told…
Brown belt Kristina Barlaan invited to ADCC, proving evolution in the sport
A new face will be in attendance at the ADCC in the female under 60kg division. Kristina Barlaan was awarded her brown belt in December…
Watch Marcio Andre’s debut at brown belt after winning 2nd purple belt world title
Shortly after winning the purple belt featherweight division at the 2013 Worlds a few weeks ago, Marcio Andre was back on the competition mats in…
A Tanquinho versus Rafael Mendes rematch in sight?
After a World Championship filled with the usual high dose of exciting moments, the attention of many black belt stars (and many fans) now turns…
Tanquinho turns to Ben Henderson to prevent Rafa Mendes vs Cobrinha
For Augusto "Tanquinho" Mendes, this Jiu-Jitsu World Championship won’t be like the others. First, because this IBJJF Championship to be held in Long Beach from…
UFC Champ Jose Aldo Agrees to Fight Anthony Pettis, Earns Lightweight Title Shot with Win
After some initial reluctancy, Jose Aldo has accepted the challenge of lightweight Anthony Pettis, and the two will fight for the featherweight title, according to…
Anthony Pettis Has No Problem Fighting UFC Champ Jose Aldo in Brazil
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24AUAgq_v88 Anthony "Showtime" Pettis talks with GRACIEMAG.com contributor Nalty Junior and discusses his upcoming fight with Jose Aldo, jiu-jitsu, the UFC and more. Check it…
Jose Aldo vs. Anthony Pettis Set for August Featherweight Title Fight
The number of fighters dropping from lightweight to featherweight rises once again. Anthony Pettis is dropping down a weight class to challenge featherweight champion Jose…