The rivalry between these two dedicated training partners has reached yet another boiling point. Stepping back onto the familiar mats of a local dojo in Turin, Ettore and Karol strip away the traditional kimonos to test their NoGi skills once again. Because these two Italian Judokas know each other’s grappling habits intimately, this fourth encounter leaves absolutely no room for a feeling-out process. It is a pure display of technical prowess, stamina, and willpower under a unique countdown ruleset where the first successful choke instantly ends the round.
Match Rules
- Ruleset: Choke-Only (First submission ends the round)
- Format: Submission Wrestling
- Time Limit: 3 Rounds x 10 Minutes (Clock counts down from 10:00)
Tale of the Tape
Ettore (Age: 16, Height: 1.75 m, Weight: 62 kg, Style: Judo | Turin, Italy)
Karol (Age: 17, Height: 1.71 m, Weight: 60 kg, Style: Judo | Turin, Italy)
The Match Breakdown
The dynamic of this clash showcases exactly how rapidly momentum can shift between two evenly matched grapplers. In the opening frame, an aggressively set pace quickly forces the action to the canvas. A perfectly timed transition leads to a deep rear naked choke, forcing a tap and abruptly ending the round with 03:45 remaining on the countdown clock. The response in the second round is both immediate and vicious. Refusing to be outdone, the defending athlete completely flips the script, locking in a crushing arm triangle choke that forces a submission and stops the timer incredibly early at the 08:20 mark.
With the rounds tied at one apiece, the third and final frame transforms into an absolute battle of attrition. Both Judokas push their cardiovascular limits, exchanging heavy top pressure and relentless submission attempts. Ultimately, a deeply sunk rear naked choke is secured, but it is met with a staggering display of defensive resilience. The trapped grappler holds on admirably, fiercely fighting the hands and refusing to surrender, before the inevitable tap finally arrives at 08:03 to settle this grueling fourth chapter.
