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Mahamed Aly is a jiu-jitsu black belt competing in the super and ultra-heavyweight divisions. Born in Rio de Janeiro on January 11, 1994, Mahamed Aly represents Team Lloyd Irvin and in 2019 he became the IBJJF World champion.

  1. Watch: BJJ World Champion Mahamed Aly's MMA Debut Ends In Head Kick KO

    Watch: BJJ World Champion Mahamed Aly's MMA Debut Ends In Head Kick KO

    Jan 21, 2024

    From the blue and yellow mats of the IBJJF to the most exciting glove sport in the world, Mahamed Aly finally fulfilled his childhood dream. The Jiu-Jitsu world champion made his long-awaited MMA debut with victory, on Jan. 20. But this story started much earlier, in mid-2011.
  2. Vote NOW For 2021 Match Of The Year

    Vote NOW For 2021 Match Of The Year

    Jan 10, 2022

    Voting is now open for the 2021 FloGrappling Awards. Read below to find out which six matches have been nominated for Match Of The Year, and click here to cast your ballot.
  3. Grappling Bulletin: Why This IBJJF Worlds Will Be Unlike Any Other

    Grappling Bulletin: Why This IBJJF Worlds Will Be Unlike Any Other

    Nov 29, 2021

    The most anticipated gi event of the year draws nearer. 10 days from now grapplers from around the world will convene in Anaheim, CA for the 2021 IBJJF World Championship.
  4. With No Buchecha at 2021 IBJJF Worlds, Who Wins The Absolute?

    With No Buchecha at 2021 IBJJF Worlds, Who Wins The Absolute?

    Nov 23, 2021

    The 2021 IBJJF World Championships returns after a two-year hiatus, and one of the biggest questions from jiu-jitsu fans, followers and analysts is about who will win the absolute division.
  5. Victor Hugo & Tainan Dalpra Submit Opponents in IBJJF Grand Prix Finals

    Victor Hugo & Tainan Dalpra Submit Opponents in IBJJF Grand Prix Finals

    Nov 14, 2021

    Less than one month out from the first IBJJF World Championship since 2019, eight invited athletes had an opportunity to compete in a high-stakes event in Las Vegas. The winner would take home $20,000 and no doubt enjoy a huge confidence boost going into Worlds.
  6. Four Titans Set To Collide at IBJJF Heavyweight Grand Prix

    Four Titans Set To Collide at IBJJF Heavyweight Grand Prix

    Nov 4, 2021

    The IBJJF has announced the completed heavyweight Grand Prix coming to jiu-jitsu con on Nov 13, and it’s certainly a clash of the titans.
  7. Murasaki Out, Gracie In For The IBJJF 2021 Middleweight Grand Prix

    Murasaki Out, Gracie In For The IBJJF 2021 Middleweight Grand Prix

    Oct 27, 2021

    The IBJJF Middleweight GP has fully taken shape with four incredible athletes set to throw down for the cash prize of use $20,000.
  8. Big Deal Pro 3 Will Shake Up The Ultra Heavyweight Rankings

    Big Deal Pro 3 Will Shake Up The Ultra Heavyweight Rankings

    Jul 2, 2021

    The Brazil-based Big Deal Pro is set to launch its first card on FloGrappling for Big Deal Pro 3 on July 10.
  9. Leandro, Aly & An Ultra Heavyweight Showdown Headlining Big Deal Pro 3

    Leandro, Aly & An Ultra Heavyweight Showdown Headlining Big Deal Pro 3

    Jun 29, 2021

    The Brazilian-based promotion, Big Deal Pro, comes to FloGrappling on Saturday, July 10, for an event loaded with some of Brazil's top jiu-jitsu icons, and an 8-man ultra heavyweight bracket which is sure to shake up the rankings at the heaviest category.
  10. BJJ Stars Returns: Pena vs Gaudio, Hulk vs Diniz & More! | How To Watch

    BJJ Stars Returns: Pena vs Gaudio, Hulk vs Diniz & More! | How To Watch

    Jun 1, 2021

    Here's how to watch the upcoming BJJ Stars event on FloGrappling.
  11. Learn One Of Hulk's Best Takedowns From An Olympian | Technique Showcase

    Learn One Of Hulk's Best Takedowns From An Olympian | Technique Showcase

    Feb 13, 2021

    The the drop seoi nage, is one of the most commonly used takedowns among some of the best heavyweights. But the traditional version of the throw is not without its faults. The textbook variation of the throw requires the attacker to turn his back to his opponent, giving the defender an opening to counter. 
  12. Grappling Bulletin: A Landmark Moment For Women's Grappling

    Grappling Bulletin: A Landmark Moment For Women's Grappling

    Feb 1, 2021

    This week marks the start of a new era for Grappling Bulletin. Every Monday morning we will publish a new and improved news and recap article like you’re used to, and at 4:30pm Central Time we’ll debut the first episode of the Grappling Bulletin podcast! You can watch it live on the FloGrappling homepage and app as well as on YouTube and Facebook. 
  13. Five World Champs On Heavyweight Grand Prix Roster For BJJ STARS V

    Five World Champs On Heavyweight Grand Prix Roster For BJJ STARS V

    Jan 19, 2021

    BJJ Stars returns to FloGrappling with a Heavyweight Grand Prix which is sure to be electric. Eight of the most explosive Brazilian heavyweights will take their shots at a massive cash prize.
  14. Mahamed Aly Reveals Past Steroid Use, Says 'Not Good For My Performance'

    Mahamed Aly Reveals Past Steroid Use, Says 'Not Good For My Performance'

    Nov 5, 2020

    2018 IBJJF World champion Mahamed Aly is well-known for his media output, where he often communicates with fans via his regular Portuguese-language YouTube shows, podcasts and social media posts. 
  15. WNO Mixtape: This Weeks Greatest Hits!

    WNO Mixtape: This Weeks Greatest Hits!

    Apr 11, 2020

    This was a wild week on the WNO Podcast, with a bunch of legends calling in. I've compiled my favorite moments here to be viewed in one place. First, here are links to the full episodes: