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Alexander Volkanovski Says BMF Title May Be Losing Its Purpose After UFC 326

The BMF title debate reignited following UFC 326 when Charles Oliveira defeated Max Holloway via unanimous decision through dominant ground control. Former featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski weighed in on the performance, suggesting the belt might be straying from its original intent. While acknowledging Oliveira’s technical excellence, Volkanovski questioned whether grappling-heavy victories align with what the […]

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Josh Emmett Says UFC Pushing Kevin Vallejos Too Fast Ahead of UFC Vegas 114 Headliner

Veteran featherweight Josh Emmett believes his opponent for UFC Fight Night 269 has been elevated to main event status prematurely. The 41-year-old will face 24-year-old Argentinian prospect Kevin Vallejos in a five-round headliner at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Saturday, and the experience gap between the two fighters has become a central talking

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Roy Dean on the History of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in North America

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Roy Dean recently discussed his research into the early development of BJJ in North America during a podcast conversation. The discussion covered the cultural transmission of martial arts from Japan, the practical effectiveness of judo in self-defense contexts, and the role of mentorship in martial arts development. Roy Dean’s Research on

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Training Submissions as Positions: A Scientific Approach to Improving Your BJJ Game

The traditional approach to submission training focuses on finishing techniques. However, a growing body of evidence from high-level practitioners suggests that treating submissions as positional frameworks rather than isolated attacks produces superior technical development and finishing rates. This methodology, recently discussed in depth between Stephan Kesting and Steve Kwan of BJJ Mental Models, represents a

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Jake Paul Offers Jon Jones Contract With Most Valuable Promotions After UFC Dispute

Jake Paul has publicly extended an offer to Jon Jones to join Most Valuable Promotions following Jones’ ongoing contract dispute with the UFC. The offer comes as Jones requests his release from the promotion after being excluded from the announced UFC White House card. Paul’s pitch centers on financial compensation and promotional opportunities that Jones

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