The guillotine choke remains one of the highest percentage submissions in both MMA and grappling, yet many fighters struggle to land it against experienced opponents. The primary issue is not technical execution but rather a failure to create proper setup opportunities. Understanding the principle of kuzushi, or breaking your opponent’s balance and alignment before attacking, […]
A world champion black belt struggles with a basic spider guard sweep, moving with the technical proficiency of a blue belt. This apparent contradiction reveals a critical training principle that applies across all grappling disciplines: positional specialization matters more than generalized skill. Understanding this concept can transform how fighters and coaches approach guard development and
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Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship returns to Denver, Colorado on April 17, 2026, with BKFC 88 at the National Western Center. The main event features former BKFC Cruiserweight World Champion Chris Camozzi squaring off against knockout specialist Esteban “Mohawk” Rodriguez for the BKFC Interim Cruiserweight Title. This matchup pits the division’s top two ranked fighters in
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Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has publicly urged UFC fighters to prioritize contractual freedom by demanding sunset clauses in their agreements with the promotion. Ngannou, who successfully negotiated his exit from the UFC in 2023 after protracted contract disputes, emphasizes that fighters should not sign away their professional autonomy indefinitely. His comments arrive amid
Integrating wrestling takedowns into striking exchanges is one of the most complex skills in mixed martial arts. The ability to recognize the right moment to shoot, select the correct takedown technique, and execute it under pressure separates competent fighters from elite competitors. This guide examines the tactical and technical elements required to transition effectively from
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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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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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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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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 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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