Created in 2007, the World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships showcases the best and brightest of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu thanks to the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF).
There are various forms of competitions at the event, depending on the level of the athlete (Blue, Purple, Black belt).
Divisions (male and female) competing include:
- Roosterweight
- Light Featherweight
- Featherweight
- Lightweight
- Middleweight
- Medium Heavyweight
- Heavyweight
- Super Heavyweight
- Ultra Heavyweight
One of the most accomplished competitors is Caio Terra, with ten men’s championships. Bia Mesquita and Tammi Musumeci own the women’s record with five.
Last year saw the emergence of Everton Souza, Tommy Langaker, Mayssa Bastos, and more. Who will be the next breakout star?
Here is everything you need to know about the World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships, including TV and streaming options for the tournament.
How to watch World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships 2024: TV channel, live stream
The World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships will not be available on a national TV channel. Grappling fans can stream the tournament exclusively on FloGrappling.
World IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships schedule 2024
- Dates: Thursday, Dec. 12-Saturday, Dec. 14
The IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championships starts on Thursday, December 12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center at 9:30 a.m. local time. It ends on December 14 and will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
One of the top-seeded competitors is multi-time IBJJF medalist Everton Souza, a black belt. He competes at Roosterweight. Eight-time World Champion Gabi Pessanha, on a 144-match unbeaten streak, also competes.
Junny Ocasio has competed in several different rulesets, from submission-only competition to IBJJF rules, with success. The multi-time BJJ winner competes in light featherweight action. Meanwhile, 23-year-old Jessie Crane, who is a multi-time world medalist, competes in light featherweight action.
BJJ Brown Belt Giancarlo Lo Russo competes in an early matchup against Natan Slawomir Sap, a 2024 Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship competitor.
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