BJJ News

Mokaev Won ACBJJ 22 Title with Headbutts, Called Out Dana White for UFC Return

Sep 04, 2026 · acbjj-22, dana-white

When Muhammad Mokaev finished his match at ACBJJ 22 in Istanbul on August 30, he hadn't just claimed a no-gi grappling title. The former UFC flyweight defeated Moris Boleyan by unanimous decision in nine minutes, employed headbutts as a primary control tactic throughout the bout, and walked out with

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Jake Paul Claims MMA Fighters 'Wouldn't Last a Minute' Against D1 Wrestlers — Dana White Dismisses the Cross-Sport Flex

Aug 16, 2026 · cross-sport, dana-white

Jake Paul, the boxer-turned-promoter, made headlines when he claimed current MMA fighters "wouldn't last a minute" against Division One wrestlers. The statement was bold enough to draw immediate pushback from Dana White, who responded via podcast with the kind of matter-of-fact correction that sugge

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UFC BJJ Announced First-Ever Open Tournaments For Amateur Competitors — Expanding Beyond Pro Card

Jun 22, 2026 · amateur-grappling, competition

The competitive grappling landscape couldn't get any more saturated, or any more confusing to navigate than a white belt trying to guard pass. The UFC decided to throw its hat into the amateur ring anyway.

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Dana White Banned Dillon Danis From UFC 328. Danis's Response Was to Publish the Full Banned List.

Jun 10, 2026 · athlete-news, banned-list

The most logical response to a lifetime ban is to keep your head down. Maybe stay off social media for a few weeks.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov Denies Dana White's Claims About UFC Retirement

May 23, 2026 · combat-sports, competition-results

When you've done everything in your combat sport, retired undefeated, and left a lasting legacy, you'd think the story of your career would be set. Especially when your reasons for retiring are as clear and emotional as a promise to your grieving mom.

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