ADCC -88kg Trials: 5 Truths About Nathan Haddad’s Win
Nathan Haddad climbed out of a 6-0 hole, armbarred Jayden Groner, and beat Ryan Aitken to take ADCC -88kg at the 2026 West Coast Trials.
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Andrey vs Owen Jones: 5 ONE Fight Night 44 Truths
Kade Ruotolo’s injury reshuffled ONE Fight Night 44 — Andrey vs Owen Jones now headlines the no-gi side. Five truths the matchup hides.
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Compression Shorts Buying Guide: Length, Seams, and Grip for No-Gi BJJ
The right compression shorts disappear under your no-gi shorts. The wrong pair pinches and rolls all class. Here’s what to check before you buy.
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Rashguard Stink Test: Which Under-$50 No-Gi Tops Stay Fresh After 90 Days of Rolling
Cheap no-gi rashguards smell within months. Here’s what survived a 90-day stink test under $50 — and the wash routine that doubles their useful life.
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First Rashguard Under $30: A No-Gi White Belt’s Starter Pick
Buying your very first rashguard under $30? Here’s what actually matters for a no-gi BJJ white belt in their first six months on the mats — and what to skip.
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Tye Ruotolo in 2026: 7 Reasons He Still Matters
Tye Ruotolo remains one of the most important names in no-gi grappling in 2026. Here are 7 reasons his evolving game still matters.
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Leg Drag Pass BJJ: 5 No-Gi Details That Make It Unstoppable
The leg drag pass is one of the most reliable guard passes in no-gi BJJ — and for good reason. When executed correctly, it puts the guard passer in complete hip control while giving the bottom player almost no useful guard retention options. In no-gi, where slippery limbs and absent collar grips make many passes…
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ADCC 2026 World Championship: Complete Guide to Poland Event
The ADCC 2026 World Championship is set to make history as the premier no-gi grappling tournament ventures into Europe for the first time, landing in Kraków, Poland on September 12-13, 2026. With recent South American Trials results shaking up the qualification landscape and top athletes like Nicholas Meregali expressing doubts about competing, this edition promises…
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Modern No-Gi Guard Retention: Essential Principles for Submission Wrestling
The guard game has exploded in modern no-gi competition, transforming from a defensive necessity into an aggressive attacking platform. From Gordon Ryan’s systematic guard retention to Kade Ruotolo’s dynamic transitions, today’s elite grapplers treat guard work as the foundation of their entire game. This comprehensive breakdown examines the core principles that separate effective guard players…
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ADCC South American Trials Shake Up the No-Gi Scene: Roosevelt Sousa Dominates +99kg Division
The grappling world is still buzzing from the explosive action at the 2026 ADCC South American Trials that took place this past weekend in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Five elite grapplers punched their tickets to the World Championships, but it was heavyweight powerhouse Roosevelt Sousa who stole the show with a devastating submission victory in…
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No-Gi Grappling Weekly Roundup | Ruotolo Retains, UFC BJJ 6 Crowns Moura, Polaris 36 Delivers
Tye Ruotolo retains his ONE welterweight title, Cassia Moura claims the inaugural UFC BJJ women’s bantamweight belt, Polaris 36 delivers three title fights in London, and PGF Season 9 heats up. Full coverage of every major no-gi event from March 7-14, 2026.
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No Gi BJJ: Complete Guide to Training Without Kimono
Everything you need to know about no-gi BJJ — from gear and grip fighting to ADCC rules, top competitors like Gordon Ryan, and how to structure your no-gi training for maximum progress.
