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.
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.
Source: www.grapplinginsider.com