2026 Crown | Gustavo Batista Joins Heavyweight Contention
World Champion Accepts Crown Call
2026 IBJJF Crown Announcement
The 2026 Crown is building a phenomenal list of athletes for its fourth edition. Forty-eight world-class competitors will converge inside the famous Long Beach Pyramid on November 8th with hopes of securing one of the most sought after trophies in the sport, as well as the $20,000 cash prize.
Gustavo ‘Braguinha’ Batista represents the fifth heavyweight contender confirmed for the 2026 Crown. Gustavo joins a star-studded division, seeking to add a Crown title to his extensive resume.
Gustavo Batista - A Champion’s Legacy
Braguinha is as decorated as they come. The former European, Pan, Brasileiro, and World Champion rejoins the spotlight in search of a Crown title. A three-time World Champion, Braguinha has consistently battled the most elite athletes on the biggest stages of the sport. Check out his 2024 World Championship quarterfinal finish en route to claiming the title.
Braguinha has proven his effectiveness from seemingly every position. From straight ankle lock finishes in World Championship finals, to overwhelming passing pressure against elite opponents, Braguinha understands how to deliver in big moments.
The 2026 Crown will witness Braguinha take on a stacked heavyweight division that already includes Fellipe Andrew, Vincius Liberati, Windson Torres, and Leo Ferreira. The division assembles rising talent and proven veterans for an incredible bracket with the Crown title hanging in the balance.
The one-night, invitation-only event is scheduled for November 8th from the Pyramid in Long Beach, California. Stay tuned to official IBJJF channels for continued updates surrounding the 2026 IBJJF Crown.
