In preparation for the upcoming 2024 competition season, the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) has revealed a set of modifications to its rules, encompassing various aspects of ...

IBJJF changes rules in an attempt to put an end to closeouts A closeout is essentially where two teammates or members of the same affiliation reach the final of a major BJJ tournament and choose ...

On August 10, 2025, the Brazilian jiu-jitsu community faced a tragic loss at the IBJJF Chicago Summer International Open.

A big change is coming for black belts who look to compete in IBJJF events. On Wednesday, the organization announced rule changes that call for black belts to ...

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