BJJ Stars 9 results and video

26.10.2022 • 07:03 •3

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BJJ Stars 9 event took place on October 20 , showcasing a number of the world’s top jiu-jitsu competitors. Checkmat’s Matheus Gabriel Matheus won the eight-man lightweight grand prix and in superfight action, Dream Art’s Isaque Bahiense picked up a massive win over teenage prodigy Mica Galvao.

Gabriel started strong with a dominant win over Wallison Oliveira, showing off a clean knee cut pass directly into an armbar as he secured an armbar with just over a minute remaining in the match.

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In the second round, Gabriel won a tit-for-tat battle of sweeps against Israel Almeida, staving off a last-second back-take attempt to win on points, 4-2.

The final saw Gabriel square off with 2022 IBJJF light-feather world champion Meyram Maquine Alves. The Checkmat athlete again displayed excellent tactical and strategic awareness, earning an early sweep that would carry him to a 2-0 points victory.

In notable no-gi action, veteran Paulo Miyao, now representing Dream Art, snatched up an inside heel hook on Alexandre Vieira, showcasing his ever-evolving leg lock game. Also, Checkmat’s Samuel Nagai picked up a massive win in his first-ever black belt no-gi match as he defeated ADCC veteran Fabricio Andrey by decision.