Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu can now add “Kasai Pro” Champion to his resume, as the heavily decorated veteran grappler won the Kasai Pro 7 Heavyweight Tournament. Cyborg defeated Lucas “Hulk” Barbosa by a score of 6-0 to claim the title in Dallas, Tx. Kasai...

Kasai has released their round robin stage brackets for their stacked heavyweight tournament.  We take a look at the the A side and B side of the bracket in anticipation of Saturdays event.  Kasai Pro 7 Heavyweight Bracket A Bracket A Entrants are, Nick Rodriguez,...

  As expected, the first day of ADCC 2019 was packed full of memorable moments, upsets, and simply incredible performances from the world’s best BJJ athletes. IF you were in attendance, leaving your seat to eat or go to the restroom was just...

  When we train in the gi, one of our main focuses should always be how we can our opponent’s gi against them. Whether that’s to gain superior position, breaking posture, or involving the gi in the application of a submission, we must...

Being a heavy weight does not mean you can not move like a light weight.  Introducing The Cyborg Flow – How a Heavy Weight Can Move Like A Light Weight.  As a heavy weight it’s easy to use your size and strength to...

8X World Champ Wins Referee Decision Over Panza In one of the most anticipated main events in Fight 2 Win's history, BJJ luminaries Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu met Checkmat's Luiz Panza in Ft. Lauderdale this weekend. As expected, this match in the Gi was...

Learning To Defend This Position Is Essential In Your Progression... One of the best open guards to use in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the de la riva guard. This type of open guard is extremely versatile in the sense that it can allow...

Knee on Neck Control by Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu In the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, the neck on neck is a controversial position (and sometimes choke) where you place your knee on your opponent’s neck. It can be a very brutal way of...

How To Flow In Brazilian Jiu Jitsu The concept of flowing in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is often over looked. Many of us when we go to train think that it is all about fighting as hard as we can in order to get...

De La Riva Leg Smash Pass by Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu is a man who needs no introduction. As a black belt competitor and instructor originating from the Nova Geracao Team, Cyborg has a long list of accolades. Some of his...

Gordon Ryan Does It! Doube Gold At IBJJF No Gi Worlds! It's one thing for a man to say he's going to do something epic, but when he actually does it, and in convincing fashion, it's hard to doubt their commitment, will and...

Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu is one of the most successful jiu jitsu competitors, instructors and academy leaders in the sport.  He is an ADCC Absolute Champion, multiple time IBJJF No Gi World Champion and World Masters Champion.  BJJ Fanatics is proud to welcome Cyborg...

Exploring agility in the heavier athlete… Bigger guys have a stigma. Often times they are pictured as the plodding heavy weight. They are feared for their size and strength. But agility is not a factor in the equation. Occasionally you meet a heavy...

 Smash The Legs...And Pass The Guard! The De La Riva guard is one of the most effective open guard positions in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. There are numerous sweeps, attack, and even back takes when played this form of guard. Although this guard is...

Smash The Single Leg X With Cyborg! The single leg X or ashi garami position has become a guard of choice for practitioners everywhere. Made famous early on by the likes of Marcelo Garcia, it’s variety of uses and versatility lend itself to...