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MMA Origins: Shooto's Forgotten Champion

Arguably the oldest Mixed Martial Arts promotion, the Japanese wrestling circuit Shooto was also the home of one of the sport's truly well rounded fighters. Erik Paulson would become Shooto's first American champion and one of MMA's forgotten greats.

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Bloody Basics: The Bridge

A new Bloody Elbow technical series, looking at the foundational techniques of different martial arts and those unique to Mixed Martial Arts. This second article looks at a technique present in all ground grappling arts, the bridge.

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Gods of War: Terere

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu's first superstar, Fernando "Terere" Augusto was a dominant force for five years before drugs derailed his career. Now he is attempting an inspiring comeback.

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Gods of War: Ronaldo 'Jacare' Souza

Ronaldo "Jacare" Souza, a champion in two sports, is no stranger to adversity. Born into poverty, Souza's combination of work ethic, technical brilliance, and physical talent have made him one of the most formidable grapplers on the planet.

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Bloody Basics: The Hip Escape

A new Bloody Elbow technical series, looking at the foundational techniques of different martial arts. This first edition focuses on the hip escape, the corner stone of grappling from the bottom.

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Rory MacDonald given black belt in no gi jiu jitsu

Welterweight contender Rory MacDonald awarded a black belt in no gi Brazilian jiu jitsu.

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Judo Chop: Dennis Siver wins Half Guard battle

Dennis Siver made excellent use fundamental half guard top position grappling in his match with Nam Phan and this Judo Chop will look at what he did to so throughly dominate the fight.

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Matwork! IBJJF Pro League, Mendes Bros and more

Recent happenings in the worlds of sambo, judo, Brazilian jiu jitsu, sub grappling and/or collegiate/freestyle wrestling. If it takes place on the ground and it's interesting, it should be here. IBJJF Pro League, Mendes brothers, dog lifts cat video.

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GSP's sub defense and stellar showing vs. Condit

T.P. Grant and Dallas Winston revisit Georges St. Pierre authenticating performance against Carlos Condit at UFC 154 with an analysis focusing on his top-notch submission defense.

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