Vegas Legends: The Veterans Take Center Stage at IBJJF Master Worlds 2025
Las Vegas is about to witness something special this week as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s most seasoned warriors converge for the IBJJF Master World Championship 2025.
The Details
- 📅 When: August 28-29, 2025 (THIS WEEK!)
- 📍 Where: Las Vegas Marriott Convention Center
- 🥋 Who: Masters divisions (30+ age groups) across all belt levels
The Stacked Field
According to FloGrappling’s recent coverage, this year’s Master Worlds is absolutely stacked with legendary competitors. The IBJJF themselves posted on Facebook: “The 2025 World Master is STACKED 🔥 So many Jiu-Jitsu legends are already signed up to compete.”
Notable names already confirmed include:
- Bebeto Oliveira (men’s rooster) – The 2025 World Champion making his masters debut
- Rodnei Barbosa (men’s light-feather)
- Malachi Edmond (men’s light-feather)
- Matheus Nicolau (men’s feather)
- Hiago and other top-tier veterans
Competition Schedule
- Thursday, August 28th: Black Belt Master 1 & 2, Brown Belt Master 1-7
- Friday, August 29th: Remaining divisions and finals
You know what gets me excited? Watching legends who’ve been doing this longer than most people have been alive still throwing down on the mats. Master Worlds in Vegas this week is going to be something special, and as someone who’s been grinding in this sport for decades, I can tell you these old-school warriors still have plenty to teach the young guns.
Here’s why Master Worlds matters more than you think:
These aren’t weekend warriors playing around. These are guys who’ve been perfecting their craft since before YouTube existed, when you learned techniques by getting your ass kicked in the gym, not watching Instagram reels.
What I love about this division: The technique is pure. No flashy berimbolo bullshit or Instagram-friendly moves. Just fundamental, pressure-based jiu-jitsu that actually works in real situations. These masters know that efficiency beats athleticism every single time.
My Predictions for This Year:
- Expect to see some of the most technical matches of the year
Personal Note: As someone who’s not getting any younger, watching these masters compete gives me hope that my best jiu-jitsu might still be ahead of me. There’s something beautiful about a sport where experience and wisdom can overcome youth and athleticism.
The Real Story: While everyone’s focused on CJI drama and social media beefs, the real heart of jiu-jitsu is happening in Vegas this week. These masters represent what our sport is really about – lifelong dedication, continuous improvement, and respect for the art.
If you want to remember why you fell in love with BJJ in the first place, pay attention to Master Worlds. These guys are the real deal.
