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Renzo Gracie: Chris Weidman ‘Is Going to Take Anderson Down and Submit Him’

One of the most respected faces in the fight game, Renzo Gracie, believes his protege—UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman—will have no problem handling Anderson Silva a second time.  Gracie told Ariel Helwani on last week’s edition of The MMA Hour that he expects another decisive finish from “The All-American” at UFC 168 next month.  He will submit […]

One of the most respected faces in the fight game, Renzo Gracie, believes his protege—UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman—will have no problem handling Anderson Silva a second time.  Gracie told Ariel Helwani on last week’s edition of The MMA Hour that he expects another decisive finish from “The All-American” at UFC 168 next month.  He will submit […]

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Dana White Open to Renzo Gracie’s Return, Says to Give Him a Call

Renzo Gracie is a legend. As one of the few members of the “First Family of MMA” to truly throw himself into the sport, he was an early star in Japan’s Pride and RINGS promotions. He fought numerous stars of the present and future such as Oleg Taktarov, Maurice Smith, Kazushi Sakuraba, Dan Henderson and […]

Renzo Gracie is a legend. As one of the few members of the “First Family of MMA” to truly throw himself into the sport, he was an early star in Japan’s Pride and RINGS promotions. He fought numerous stars of the present and future such as Oleg Taktarov, Maurice Smith, Kazushi Sakuraba, Dan Henderson and […]

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Renzo Gracie: Silly String, Rice Cakes, Dropped Pants and Helping an Older Lady

Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend and mixed martial arts pioneer Renzo Gracie has traveled the world plying his trade. These days, the former competitor is known as one of the best trainers in BJJ and MMA, working out of the Renzo Gracie Academy in New York City.   In addition to his reputation as a trainer of […]

Brazilian jiu-jitsu legend and mixed martial arts pioneer Renzo Gracie has traveled the world plying his trade. These days, the former competitor is known as one of the best trainers in BJJ and MMA, working out of the Renzo Gracie Academy in New York City.   In addition to his reputation as a trainer of […]

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Renzo Gracie: Anderson Silva Is Not a Humble Guy Inside the Octagon

Fans of mixed martial arts can be an odd bunch at times. They’re quick to point out when a fight is boring and quick to let fighters know they expect some type of show for their ducats. However, cross the line from putting on a show to being perceived as a show-off, and a fighter […]

Fans of mixed martial arts can be an odd bunch at times. They’re quick to point out when a fight is boring and quick to let fighters know they expect some type of show for their ducats. However, cross the line from putting on a show to being perceived as a show-off, and a fighter […]

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Did Renzo Gracie Live Tweet Assaulting Some Random Guys in New York City?

Last night, jiu-jitsu legend Renzo Gracie was apparently stopped by two men in New York City, and if he didn’t react first, he would have been mugged. That’s the story we’re being told by the man himself, who decided to live tweet the…

Last night, jiu-jitsu legend Renzo Gracie was apparently stopped by two men in New York City, and if he didn’t react first, he would have been mugged. That’s the story we’re being told by the man himself, who decided to live tweet the entire ordeal. The events of the evening started around 3:11 a.m., when […]

Renzo Gracie Tweets as He Fights off Two Would-Be Muggers in New York

If you were being followed by two strangers in New York around 3 a.m. in the morning, how would you react?  Famed fighter and trainer Renzo Gracie tweeted to his followers as he was in that exact situation Thursday evening, giving updates every co…

If you were being followed by two strangers in New York around 3 a.m. in the morning, how would you react?  Famed fighter and trainer Renzo Gracie tweeted to his followers as he was in that exact situation Thursday evening, giving updates every couple minutes.  The action started at 3:11 a.m. Eastern Time, when Renzo […]