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Comparatif
Résumé du résultat
Caio Borralho continued his rise up the middleweight rankings with a disciplined and tactical dismantling of submission wizard Reinier de Ridder. The fight was a chess match of grappling styles, but Borralho’s physicality and superior wrestling defense proved to be the difference. He successfully stuffed de Ridder's early takedown entries and punished the Dutchman with crisp boxing and heavy kicks on the feet. When the fight did hit the mat, Borralho showed excellent awareness, reversing positions and maintaining top control to deny de Ridder any openings for his signature chokes. Borralho cruised to a clear unanimous decision (30-27 x3), proving he can out-grapple the grapplers.
Aperçu du combat
A fascinating stylistic clash between two elite grapplers. Caio 'The Natural' Borralho represents the new wave of MMA intellect, blending judo with high-IQ striking, while Reinier de Ridder (RDR) enters as the decorated submission specialist. The questions surrounding RDR's striking defense in the UFC octagon make this a pivotal test for both men's title aspirations.
Clés de la victoire
Caio Borralho
- Keep it standing: Exploit RDR's rudimentary striking defense with straight lefts and calf kicks.
- Top pressure only: If the fight hits the mat, ensure top position; avoid engaging in a leg-lock shootout.
- Control the center: Back RDR to the fence to limit his ability to shoot comfortable takedowns.
Reinier de Ridder
- Relentless chain wrestling: Do not settle for one shot; chain attempts from single legs to body locks to drag Borralho down.
- Create scrambles: Use unorthodox entries to force Borralho into uncomfortable transitions where chokes can be snatched.
- Close the distance: Eat a shot to give a shot if it means securing the body lock.
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Caio Borralho
Reinier de Ridder
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