Luiz Panza is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt from Sao Paulo, Brazil. Born on February 2, 1990, Luiz Panza trains under coach Leo Vieira and represents the Checkmat team based in Long Beach, California.A super-heavyweight competitor, he is an IBJJF World No-Gi champion (2016) and a two-time IBJJF Pan champion (2014, 2016). He received his black belt in 2012 from Marcos Barbosa of Barbosa Jiu-Jitsu before joining Checkmat in 2014. Panza is a noted leglock specialist and is known for his high submission rate, with 78% of his black belt career wins coming by way of submission.
The Class Of 2021 | These Are The Newly-Promoted Black Belts
Dec 28, 2021
The black belt class of 2021 is a who's who of top notch competitors, many of whom are likely to grace the top of black belt podiums in the coming months. Below are the athletes who earned the rank of black belt in December.
Everything You Need To Know Before Today's IBJJF World Championship Finals
Dec 12, 2021
The 2021 IBJJF Worlds finals are set! The absolute divisions and the women’s divisions have been whittled down to a single remaining match to decide this year’s champions; and the male divisions have been narrowed to eight men each.
Live Updates & Results | 2021 IBJJF Worlds Day 2
Dec 10, 2021
Day one of the IBJJF World Championships was filled with the action, submissions and incredible stories expected of an event of this caliber. Day two is sure to deliver as well, as the male purple and brown belts will take their place on the mats in search of the most coveted title in jiu-jitsu. With hundreds of competitors in search of just a few medals, we're guaranteed thrilling action throughout the day.
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.
Everything You Need to Know About The WNO Championship Heavyweight Division
Sep 23, 2021
The heavyweight division at the WNO Championship is loaded with some of the most decorated heavyweights around. Champions from ADCC, IBJJF and other circuits will square off for the belt and the $30,000 grand prize.
Duarte Is A Safe Bet, But Not The Only One | WNO Championship Betting Lines
Sep 21, 2021
Update (Sept 23) — Luiz Panza is out; Giancarlo Bodoni is in.
Mikey vs Kade May Be The Best Potential Matchup At The WNO Championship
Sep 16, 2021
The men’s 155 lb division at the WNO Championship has shaped up to be one of the most exciting jiu-jitsu grand prixs in history. Any of the eight men in this stacked division could take home the championship belt, and the $30,000 prize that comes with it.
The Case For Betting Against The Favorite | WNO Championship Betting Lines
Sep 15, 2021
The online betting site BetOnline has released money lines for FloGrappling’s WNO Championship.
Roberto Is The Top Dog; How Does Tye Fare? | WNO Championship Betting Lines
Sep 14, 2021
The online betting site BetOnline has released money lines for FloGrappling’s WNO Championship.
The Best Submissions In WNO History
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Who’s Number One (WNO) has emerged in the last 12 months as the premier no-gi superfight event in the world, and the WNO rules result in not only exciting matches but some of the best submission finishes in the sport.
Gabi Garcia May Be A Clear Favorite, The Title Is Anything But A Guarantee
Sep 13, 2021
It’s not up for debate: Gabi Garcia is the overwhelming favorite for the women’s heavyweight division at the WNO Championships September 25-26. She’s a 4x ADCC Champion, IBJJF World Champion, and veteran of the WNO Stage - and over the course of her 12-year black belt career, she’s established herself as THE woman to beat.
The Commentators Cheat Sheet: WNO Championships 115 lb Division
Sep 2, 2021
Considering that the strawweight division has proven to be a well-spring of thrilling grapplers for WNO, it's no surprise that the women’s 115-lb division for the WNO Championship is one of the most hotly anticipated brackets of the tournament.Men's Heavyweight WNO Championship Division Released!
Aug 25, 2021
Update (Sept 22) — Luiz Panza is out; 2021 No-Gi Pan Champ Giancarlo Bodoni has taken his place.
Updates & Results | Who's Number One: Craig Jones vs Luiz Panza
May 28, 2021
FloGrappling’s Who’s Number One is back in Austin, TX for another star-studded event. Tonight, Checkmat’s world champion heavyweight, Luiz Panza, will face Craig Jones, who is filling in for Gordon Ryan.
Official Weigh-In Results | Who's Number One: Craig Jones vs Luiz Panza
May 27, 2021
All 18 athletes are weighed in and ready to go for FloGrappling’s no-gi grappling event, Who’s Number One: Craig Jones vs Luiz Panza.
