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BJJ Wiki news is updated daily via automated GitHub Actions pipeline pulling from major BJJ news sources.

What BJJ events are covered?

We cover ADCC, IBJJF, WNO, EBI, Fight to Win, and major no-gi submission wrestling events.

📰 BJJ News

Latest from the grappling world — updated via GitHub Actions daily

2026-03-16

Contents

Gordon Ryan vs Patrick Gaudio — ADCC Update

The no-gi world continues to heat up as submission grappling events break attendance records worldwide.

2026-03-15

Heel Hooks in Competition: Rule Changes 2025

IBJJF continues to debate lower body submissions at colored belt levels. Here's the current state of leg lock rules.

2026-03-14

Best BJJ Competitions to Watch in 2026

ADCC Trials, EBI, WNO, and Fight to Win — the complete calendar of must-watch grappling events.

2026-03-13

How Mikey Musumeci Revolutionized Guard Retention

A technical breakdown of why Mikey's guard system is the most copied in modern BJJ.

2026-03-12

White Belt Survival Guide: The 5 Positions You Must Learn First

New to BJJ? Instructors recommend these 5 defensive positions before anything else.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to learn News?

Most practitioners develop functional competency with News within 3–6 months of consistent drilling. Mastery — the ability to execute reliably in live rolling against resisting opponents — typically takes 1–2 years.

Is News effective for beginners?

Yes. News is part of the core BJJ curriculum and taught at all belt levels. Beginners should focus on the fundamental mechanics and concepts before refining advanced entries.

How often should I drill News?

3–5 times per week is ideal for rapid skill acquisition. Even 10 focused repetitions per session compounds over time — consistency matters more than volume.

What positions connect to News?

BJJ is a linked system. News flows naturally to and from related positions. Study transitions in both directions to build a complete positional game.