BJJ closed guard position with fighter controlling opponent from bottom

BJJ Guard Position: History, Types, and Why It Changes Everything

ByTahric Finn

The guard is the soul of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It’s the position that separates BJJ from every other martial art on the planet. In wrestling, judo, and sambo, ending up on your back means you’re losing — or you’ve already lost. In BJJ, landing on your back with someone in your guard means the real fight…

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Nicky Rod Signs With UFC BJJ | CJI Champion Debuts Against Elder Cruz at UFC BJJ 6

ByTahric Finn

Nick “Nicky Rod” Rodriguez, arguably the most bankable star in competitive grappling right now, has officially signed with UFC BJJ. The promotion announced his debut during UFC Mexico on Saturday, confirming he will face two-time IBJJF no-gi world champion Elder Cruz at UFC BJJ 6 on March 12 at the UFC APEX in Las Vegas….