Finger pain in BJJ isn’t a matter of if, it’s when. After dealing with constant soreness from grip-heavy sessions, I started taping my fingers regularly and it made a noticeable difference. It’s not about restricting movement, it’s about giving your joints just enough support to survive the grind while still rolling effectively.
In BJJ, scoring is not just about what looks good, it is about what is controlled. A clean takedown or guard pass means nothing if it is not held long enough. Understanding how points are actually awarded is what separates active fighters from effective competitors.
Getting disqualified in a BJJ competition is one of the easiest ways to lose a match without actually being outperformed. Most DQs happen because athletes ignore the rules, lose control, or assume a technique is legal when it is not. Understanding what causes a disqualification helps competitors stay safe, follow the rules, and keep their chances of winning alive.
ADCC is the world’s biggest no-gi grappling tournament and it is right around the corner. This year we have the
