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Felipe Pena Challenges Meregali To Super Fight Series, Meregali Responds

Two former IBJJF World Champions are talking about a potential series of super fights, with Felipe Pena laying down the challenge to Nicholas Meregali on Instagram. After Meregali initially said he wanted a fight with Pena in the gi, Pena has responded wanting a match in BOTH gi and no-gi. Nicholas has already responded, saying he will respond to the offer when he feels like it.

Sep 6, 2023

Nicholas Meregali Outscores Victor Hugo To Win $40k At IBJJF Absolute GP

Nicholas Meregali scored a late sweep over Victor Hugo in Friday night's IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix final, defeating the 2023 IBJJF double gold world champion via points to win $40,000.

Sep 2, 2023

Live Updates & Results From The IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix

Follow along for real-time results, updates & more from the 2023 IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix, live from Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sept. 1, 2023.  Packed with premiere talent, the king of the absolute division will be crowned tonight!

Sep 1, 2023

Yan Pica-Pau Hopes To Get Tainan Out Of Comfort Zone In GP Superfight

While there are many attractions scheduled for the Jiu-Jitsu Con on Aug. 31 through Sept. 1, the superfight card is one of the main allures that promises to heat up the mats in the Las Vegas Convention Center. Among the matchups, perhaps the most anticipated match-up will see the popular Tainan Dalpra facing a troublesome opponent, who goes by the name of Yan Lucas "Pica-Pau."

Aug 31, 2023

Meregali vs Hugo Potential Final | IBJJF Absolute GP Bracket Released!

Today the IBJJF announced the bracket and the order of bouts for its 2023 Absolute Grand Prix coming to Jiu-Jitsu Con weekend in Las Vegas, NV on Sept. 1.

Aug 28, 2023

Joao Gabriel Rocha Out, Steffan Banta Steps In For IBJJF Grand Prix

The IBJJF has announced a change to their upcoming Grand Prix bracket, as João Gabriel Rocha has had to withdraw from the event. In his place, American brown belt World Champion Steffen Banta will take his shot at the $40,000 grand prize in the 8-man tournament. The Grand Prix will take place September 1st alongside the IBJJF's Jiu-Jitsu Con, which also features the Masters World Championships.

Aug 25, 2023

João Gabriel Rocha: 'Estou no meu auge' antes do IBJJF GP Absolute

Com o anúncio de mais um aguardado IBJJF GP Absolute, fica a expectativa para a chave dos atletas perigosos. O torneio, que faz parte da semana da Jiu-Jitsu Con da federação, será realizado no Las Vegas Convention Center no primeiro dia de setembro, com os principais atletas da arte-suave nas categorias mais pesadas.

Aug 21, 2023

João Gabriel Rocha: 'I'm At My Peak' Ahead of IBJJF GP

With another IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix fast approaching, expectations are running high for the tournament's loaded roster of athletes. Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Sept. 1, the $40,000 open weight GP will be part of the federation's Jiu-Jitsu Con week and will feature the main players of the heaviest categories.

Aug 21, 2023

Kaynan To Miss IBJJF Grand Prix, Paulo Merlin Steps In To Replace

After an unfortunate injury, two-time IBJJF World Champion Kaynan Duarte has withdrawn from the upcoming IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix.

Aug 17, 2023

The 6 Black Belts Currently Entered In The IBJJF's Next $40k Grand Prix

One of the busiest IBJJF weeks of the year is fast-approaching, when the organization heads to Las Vegas, NV for the Masters World Championships, Jiu-Jitsu Con, and the IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix. The GP currently has six of eight athletes announced for the $40,000 grand prize, with some of the biggest names in the sport taking the mats on September 1, including 2023 world champions Victor Hugo and Fellipe Andrew.

Aug 2, 2023

How to Watch: 2023 IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix | Grappling

Here's how to watch the 2023 IBJJF Absolute Grand Prix on FloGrappling.

May 22, 2023