About
ADCC Champion & IBJJF Hall of Famer Alexandre Ribeiro, commonly recognized as "Xande" Ribeiro, stands as a legendary figure in the realm of jiu-jitsu competition and is among the founders of the Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu Association. Guided by esteemed coaches such as Royler Gracie, Vini Aieta, and his own brother Saulo Ribeiro, Alexandre has amassed numerous grappling accolades, including championships from IBJJF and ADCC, securing the coveted #1 position in BJJ Heroes’ Top BJJ Competitors of All Time list until 2020. Beyond his achievements in jiu-jitsu, Ribeiro briefly ventured into mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2008, participating in competitions for the Japanese promotion Sengoku.